Kilopascals to Bar Converter
Convert kilopascals (kPa) to bar (bar)
Result
0.01 bar
Bar
1 kPa = 0.01 bar
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How to convert kilopascals to bar
There are 100 kilopascals in one bar, so divide the number of kilopascals by 100.
bar = kPa ÷ 100
1 kPa = 0.01 bar · 1 bar = 100 kPa
Worked example
To convert 5 kilopascals to bar: 5 kPa ÷ 100 = 0.05 bar.
About kilopascals (kPa)
A kilopascal is 1,000 Pa. Tyre pressure is often printed in kPa next to psi.
About bar (bar)
One bar is 100 kPa, close to atmospheric pressure. Pumps, cylinders and pressure cookers often use bar.
More conversions
Kilopascals to other units
Frequently asked questions
How many bar are in one kilopascal?
One kilopascal equals 0.01 bar.
How many kilopascals are in one bar?
One bar equals 100 kilopascals.
How do I convert kilopascals to bar?
Use the formula bar = kPa ÷ 100. For example, 5 kPa ÷ 100 = 0.05 bar.