Bar to Kilopascals Converter
Convert bar (bar) to kilopascals (kPa)
Result
100 kPa
Kilopascals
1 bar = 100 kPa
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How to convert bar to kilopascals
One bar equals 100 kilopascals, so multiply the number of bar by 100.
kPa = bar × 100
1 bar = 100 kPa · 1 kPa = 0.01 bar
Worked example
To convert 5 bar to kilopascals: 5 bar × 100 = 500 kPa.
About bar (bar)
One bar is 100 kPa, close to atmospheric pressure. Pumps, cylinders and pressure cookers often use bar.
About kilopascals (kPa)
A kilopascal is 1,000 Pa. Tyre pressure is often printed in kPa next to psi.
More conversions
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Frequently asked questions
How many kilopascals are in one bar?
One bar equals 100 kilopascals.
How many bar are in one kilopascal?
One kilopascal equals 0.01 bar.
How do I convert bar to kilopascals?
Use the formula kPa = bar × 100. For example, 5 bar × 100 = 500 kPa.