Bar to Kilopascals Converter
Instant bar to kPa conversion. Enter a number and get the answer right away.
How to Convert bar to kPa
1 bar equals 100 kPa. To convert bar to kPa, multiply by 100 (kPa = bar × 100). For example, 10 bar is 1000 kPa. The calculator above applies the same conversion in both directions, so you can also type a value in kPa to get bar.
kPa = bar × 100
One bar equals 100 kPa. Use the formula below for any number.
bar to kPa Conversion Table
| bar | kPa |
|---|---|
| 1 bar | 100 kPa |
| 2 bar | 200 kPa |
| 3 bar | 300 kPa |
| 5 bar | 500 kPa |
| 10 bar | 1000 kPa |
| 15 bar | 1500 kPa |
| 20 bar | 2000 kPa |
| 25 bar | 2500 kPa |
| 50 bar | 5000 kPa |
| 75 bar | 7500 kPa |
| 100 bar | 10000 kPa |
| 150 bar | 15000 kPa |
| 200 bar | 20000 kPa |
| 500 bar | 50000 kPa |
| 1000 bar | 100000 kPa |
Common bar to kPa Conversions
When You Need This Conversion
Useful for tyre pressure, scuba tanks, air compressors, boilers and industrial gauges.
Units and Conventions
1 bar = 100 kPa exactly and 1 psi is about 6.894757 kPa. Gauge pressure (psig, barg) is measured relative to atmospheric pressure, while absolute pressure (psia, bara) starts at vacuum. Tyre ratings are normally gauge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many kPa are in 1 bar?
1 bar equals 100 kPa. The formula is kPa = bar × 100.
What is the bar to kPa formula?
Use kPa = bar × 100. The calculator above applies it instantly and also works in reverse.
Can I convert kPa back to bar?
Yes. Type a value into the second field and the calculator converts in the opposite direction.
Is this converter free and accurate?
Yes. It runs in your browser with no signup. Results come from the exact conversion factor shown on this page and are rounded to 2 decimal places.
Which standard does this page use?
See the Units and Conventions section above - it lists the exact definition used here and the alternatives common in other countries.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. The calculator is designed for phones first, with large inputs and instant results as you type.