Kilopascals to Torr Converter
Enter the pressure in kilopascals below to convert it to torr.
Convert Kilopascals to Torr
Enter a value in kilopascals (kPa) to convert to torr (Torr).
Kilopascal to Torr Conversion Table
Table showing various kilopascal measurements converted to torr. Click any preset value or arrow to load it into the converter.
| Kilopascals (kPa) | Torr (Torr) |
|---|---|
| 1 kPa | 7.5006168 Torr |
| 2 kPa | 15.0012337 Torr |
| 2.5 kPa | 18.7515421 Torr |
| 5 kPa | 37.5030841 Torr |
| 10 kPa | 75.0061683 Torr |
| 15 kPa | 112.5092524 Torr |
| 20 kPa | 150.0123365 Torr |
| 25 kPa | 187.5154207 Torr |
| 30 kPa | 225.0185048 Torr |
| 50 kPa | 375.0308414 Torr |
How to Convert Kilopascals to Torr
To convert kilopascals to torr, multiply the pressure by the following conversion ratio: 7.5006168 torr/kilopascal.
Since one kilopascal is equal to 7.5006168 torr, you can use this simple formula to convert:
The pressure in torr is equal to the pressure in kilopascals multiplied by 7.5006168.
For example, here's how to convert 5 kilopascals to torr using the formula above.
How Many Torr Are in a Kilopascal?
There are 7.5006168 torr in a kilopascal, which is why we use this value in the formula above.
Our kilopascal to torr calculator automatically converts your pressure measurements with full decimal and scientific precision across US customary, imperial, and SI metric standards.
Kilopascals and torr are both units used to measure pressure. Keep reading to learn more about each unit.
What Is a Kilopascal?
A kilopascal is a unit of pressure equal to 1,000 pascals (Pa), the base unit for pressure. Equal to 1,000 Pascals (1 kN/m²). [1]
The kilopascal is classified as a metric and SI-compatible unit of pressure. Kilopascals can be abbreviated as kPa; for example, 1 kilopascal can be written as 1 kPa.
In the metric system, "kilo" is the standard SI prefix for thousands, or 10³. This makes the kilopascal (kPa) a convenient decimal multiple of the pascal (Pa).
In practice, kilopascals (kPa) are widely used across large-scale industrial, bulk, and macro-level pressure specifications within SI metric workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
What Is a Torr?
A torr is a unit of pressure equal to 133.3223684 pascals (Pa), the base unit for pressure. 1/760 of a standard atmosphere (133.3224 Pascals). [2]
The torr is classified as a standard unit of pressure. Torr can be abbreviated as Torr; for example, 1 torr can be written as 1 Torr.
When working with torr (Torr) in formulas or technical specifications, always verify whether your target system uses SI metric, US customary, or British imperial standards.
In practice, torr (Torr) are widely used across standard pressure applications within international standard workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
When converting pressure between kilopascals (kPa) and torr (Torr), keep full floating-point precision (1 kPa = 7.5006168 Torr; 1 Torr = 0.1333224 kPa) during intermediate calculations and round only the final torr figure to match your instrument tolerance.
More Kilopascal & Torr Conversions
Need to calculate in the opposite direction? Use our torr to kilopascals calculator to switch your starting unit immediately. You can also explore related tools such as converting torr to kilopascals, converting kilopascals to psi, or converting kilopascals to bars.
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References
- [1]NIST SP 811 StandardNIST SP 811 (NIST SP 811 App. B.9 (Pressure & Stress))·Pressure Metrology Standard — Kilopascals (kPa) to Torr (Torr)
- [2]NIST CUU SpecificationNIST CUU (Derived SI Unit: Pascal (Pa))·Unit Specifications: Kilopascal (kPa) & Torr (mmHg) (Torr)
- [3]BIPM ReferenceBIPM (SI Brochure (9th Ed.) — Mechanics)·Conversion Factors & Mathematical Basis (kPa to Torr)