Convert Bar to Kilopascal
Use this free converter to change bars (bar) into kilopascals (kPa). Bar and kilopascal both measure pressure. As a quick reference, 1 bar equals 100 kPa, and 1 kPa equals 0.01 bar.
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Kilopascal (kPa)
100
1 bar = 100 kPa
Pressure conversion table
| Bar | Kilopascal |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 1 |
| 0.1 | 10 |
| 0.5 | 50 |
| 1 | 100 |
| 2 | 200 |
| 3 | 300 |
| 5 | 500 |
| 10 | 1000 |
| 20 | 2000 |
| 25 | 2500 |
| 50 | 5000 |
| 100 | 10000 |
| 1,000 | 100000 |
How to convert Bar to Kilopascal
Multiply the bar value by 100 to get kilopascals.
- Enter the number of bars you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in kilopascals.
- Worked example: 15 bar × 100 = 1500 kPa.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (kilopascal to bar).
About these units
Bar (bar)
- Definition
- A bar is a metric pressure unit equal to 100,000 pascals, close to average sea-level atmospheric pressure.
- History
- It was introduced by meteorologist Vilhelm Bjerknes in the early 20th century.
- Current use
- Bars are used in meteorology, diving, and industry to express pressure.
Kilopascal (kPa)
- Definition
- A kilopascal (kPa) is 1,000 pascals, a convenient size for everyday pressures.
- History
- It is a metric multiple of the pascal.
- Current use
- Kilopascals express tyre pressure and atmospheric pressure in many countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many kilopascals are in a bar?
There are 100 kPa in 1 bar. To convert, multiply the number of bars by 100.
How do I convert bars to kilopascals?
Multiply the bar value by 100 to get kilopascals. For example, 10 bar = 1000 kPa.
Is this bar-to-kilopascal converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Bar to other pressure units
| Unit | 1 Bar equals |
|---|---|
| Pascal (Pa) | 100000 Pa |
| Kilopascal (kPa) | 100 kPa |
| Pound per Square Inch (psi) | 14.503774 psi |
| Atmosphere (atm) | 0.98692327 atm |
| Torr (Torr) | 750.06169 Torr |
| Millibar (mbar) | 1000 mbar |