pound per square inch [psi] to kilopound per square inch [ksi] Converter
How to Convert pound per square inch to kilopound per square inch
1 psi = 0.001 ksi
1 ksi = 1000 psi
Example: convert 10 psi to ksi:
10 psi = 10 x 0.001 = 0.01 ksi
pound per square inch
Definition: Pound per square inch (symbol: psi or lbf/in²) is a unit of pressure in the imperial and US customary systems. It is defined as the pressure resulting from a force of one pound-force applied to an area of one square inch.
History/origin: The pound per square inch is rooted in the English system of units. Its widespread use grew with the development of steam engines and other technologies requiring pressure measurements.
Current use: psi is commonly used in the United States for measuring tire pressure, hydraulic pressure, steam pressure, and the pressure of compressed gases. It's prevalent in automotive, manufacturing, and various engineering applications.
kilopound per square inch
Definition: Kip per square inch (symbol: ksi) is a unit of pressure equal to 1,000 psi (pounds per square inch).
History/origin: The kilopound per square inch is a practical unit derived from the pound per square inch (psi) to express large pressures in a more manageable form. It simplifies calculations and reduces the number of digits needed.
Current use: ksi is used in structural engineering, material science, and other fields where large pressures or stresses are involved. It is common for describing the tensile strength and yield strength of materials such as steel and concrete.
pound per square inch to kilopound per square inch Conversion Table
| Units.psi.singular [psi] | Units.ksi.singular [ksi] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 psi | 0.00001 ksi |
| 0.1 psi | 0.0001 ksi |
| 1 psi | 0.001 ksi |
| 10 psi | 0.01 ksi |
| 50 psi | 0.05 ksi |
| 100 psi | 0.1 ksi |
| 1000 psi | 1 ksi |
| 10000 psi | 10 ksi |