Kilopascal to Inch of Mercury Converter
Convert Kilopascals to Inches of Mercury
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How to Convert Kilopascals to Inches of Mercury
Converting kilopascals (kPa) to inches of mercury (inHg) is a common conversion. One kilopascal is equal to approximately 0.2953 inches of mercury.
Formula
Inches of Mercury = Kilopascals × 0.2953
or
inHg = kPa × 0.2953
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in kilopascals
- Multiply that number by 0.2953
- The result is the equivalent amount in inches of mercury
Examples
- 1 kPa = 0.2953 inHg
- 10 kPa = 2.953 inHg
- 3.38639 kPa = 1 inHg
When to Convert Kilopascals to Inches of Mercury
This conversion is commonly used in meteorology (barometric pressure), aviation, and medical applications (blood pressure) where inches of mercury is the preferred unit.
Common Kilopascals to Inches of Mercury Conversions
Here is a table of common kilopascal to inch of mercury conversions for quick reference:
| Kilopascals (kPa) | Inches of Mercury (inHg) | Kilopascals (kPa) | Inches of Mercury (inHg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.2953 | 10 | 2.953 |
| 100 | 29.53 | 1000 | 295.3 |
| 3.38639 | 1 | 33.8639 | 10 |
| 338.639 | 100 | 3386.39 | 1000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many inches of mercury are in a kilopascal?
There are approximately 0.2953 inches of mercury in one kilopascal.
Why is the conversion factor 0.2953?
One inch of mercury is defined as 3,386.39 pascals, and one kilopascal is 1,000 pascals. Therefore, one kilopascal is 1,000 / 3,386.39 = 0.2953 inches of mercury.