Pond to Kilopond Conversion
Convert between Pond and Kilopond quickly and accurately.
How to Convert Pond to Kilopond
Conversion Formula
Example
Convert 15 p to kp:
Unit Information
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Pond
p
Definition
The pond is a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units. It is defined as the force required to accelerate a mass of one gram at a rate of one centimeter per second squared. The pond is equal to approximately 0.0098 Newtons.
History/Origin
The pond was introduced as part of the CGS (centimeter-gram-second) system of units in the 19th century. It was widely used in physics and engineering before the adoption of the MKS (meter-kilogram-second) system. The name comes from the Latin word "pondus" meaning weight.
Current Use
Still used in some areas of physics and engineering, particularly in Europe. Common in some engineering applications where the CGS system is still used. Used in some scientific instruments and laboratory equipment that were designed using the CGS system.
Multiplier
0.01
Offset
0
Kilopond
kp
Definition
The kilopond is a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units. It is defined as the force required to accelerate a mass of one kilogram at a rate of one centimeter per second squared. The kilopond is equal to approximately 9.81 Newtons.
History/Origin
The kilopond was introduced as part of the CGS (centimeter-gram-second) system of units in the 19th century. It was widely used in physics and engineering before the adoption of the MKS (meter-kilogram-second) system. The name comes from the Latin word "pondus" meaning weight.
Current Use
Still used in some areas of physics and engineering, particularly in Europe. Common in some engineering applications where the CGS system is still used. Used in some scientific instruments and laboratory equipment that were designed using the CGS system.
Multiplier
9.807
Offset
0
Pond to Kilopond Conversion Table
| Pond [p] | Kilopond [kp] |
|---|---|
| 1 p | 0.001 kp |
| 10 p | 0.01 kp |
| 25 p | 0.025 kp |
| 50 p | 0.05 kp |
| 100 p | 0.1 kp |
| 0 p | 0E+0 kp |
| -10 p | -0.01 kp |
| -40 p | -0.04 kp |
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