Kilopascals to Pounds per Square Inch Converter
Convert kilopascals to pounds per square inch instantly. Type a value, change either unit, or press swap to go the other way. 1 kilopascal = 0.14503774 pounds per square inch.
1 kilopascal = 0.14503774 pounds per square inch
How to convert kilopascals to pounds per square inch
pounds per square inch = kilopascals × 0.1450377377
To convert kilopascals to pounds per square inch, multiply the value by 0.1450377377. To go back from pounds per square inch to kilopascals, divide by the same number (or multiply by 6.894757293).
Worked examples
- 101.325 kPa: 101.325 × 0.1450377377 = 14.695949 psi
- 150 kPa: 150 × 0.1450377377 = 21.755661 psi
- 200 kPa: 200 × 0.1450377377 = 29.007548 psi
Divide kilopascals by 7 for a quick estimate. 220 kPa is about 32 psi (exactly 31.9).
Kilopascals to Pounds per Square Inch conversion table
Kilopascals to Pounds per Square Inch
| kPa | psi |
|---|---|
| 10 | 1.4503774 |
| 50 | 7.2518869 |
| 101.325 | 14.695949 |
| 150 | 21.755661 |
| 200 | 29.007548 |
| 220 | 31.908302 |
| 250 | 36.259434 |
| 300 | 43.511321 |
| 500 | 72.518869 |
| 700 | 101.52642 |
Pounds per Square Inch to Kilopascals
| psi | kPa |
|---|---|
| 10 | 68.947573 |
| 50 | 344.73786 |
| 101.325 | 698.61128 |
| 150 | 1,034.2136 |
| 200 | 1,378.9515 |
| 220 | 1,516.8466 |
| 250 | 1,723.6893 |
| 300 | 2,068.4272 |
| 500 | 3,447.3786 |
| 700 | 4,826.3301 |
Pressure equivalents
See how one kilopascal and one pound per square inch compare with every other pressure unit on the site.
1 kilopascal equals
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| pascals (Pa) | 1,000 |
| bars (bar) | 0.01 |
| pounds per square inch (psi) | 0.1450377 |
| standard atmospheres (atm) | 0.009869233 |
| millimeters of mercury (mmHg) | 7.500616 |
1 pound per square inch equals
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| pascals (Pa) | 6,894.757 |
| kilopascals (kPa) | 6.894757 |
| bars (bar) | 0.06894757 |
| standard atmospheres (atm) | 0.06804596 |
| millimeters of mercury (mmHg) | 51.71493 |
When you need to convert kilopascals to pounds per square inch
Cars sold in Canada, Australia and Asia list tire pressure in kilopascals, while American gauges show psi. The same applies to air compressors and weather stations. A quick conversion ensures you inflate to the right level.
About the units
Kilopascal (kPa)
A kilopascal is 1,000 pascals. Tire pressures and weather barometers are often given in kPa.
Pound per square inch (psi)
Psi is the pressure from one pound-force on one square inch, about 6,894.76 pascals. It is the standard for tires and air tools in the US.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert kilopascals to pounds per square inch?
Multiply the number of kilopascals by 0.1450377377. For example, 10 kilopascals × 0.1450377377 = 1.450377377 pounds per square inch.
How many pounds per square inch are in one kilopascal?
There are 0.1450377377 pounds per square inch in one kilopascal.
How many kilopascals are in one pound per square inch?
There are 6.894757293 kilopascals in one pound per square inch.
How many psi is atmospheric pressure in kPa?
Standard atmospheric pressure is 101.325 kPa, which is 14.696 psi.
Can I convert other pressure units with this tool?
Yes. Use the From and To drop-downs in the converter to choose any pressure unit, or press the swap button to reverse the conversion. All calculations use internationally defined conversion factors.