ksi to MPa
Convert ksi to megapascals and back. American material standards quote tensile and yield strength in ksi, so comparing them with international specs means running this conversion.
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Common values
Formula
MPa = ksi × 6.8947572932
One ksi is 1,000 psi, about 6.895 MPa. The 800 MPa tensile strength of a grade 8.8 bolt comes to roughly 116 ksi.
Frequently asked questions
Q. How many MPa is 1 ksi?
1 ksi is 6.8948 MPa, and 10 ksi is 68.9476 MPa. Type any value in the box above to convert instantly.
Q. And how many ksi is 1 MPa?
1 MPa is 0.145 ksi. This converter works both ways, so typing in the right box updates the left one.
Q. Where is this unit used?
One ksi is 1,000 psi, about 6.895 MPa. The 800 MPa tensile strength of a grade 8.8 bolt comes to roughly 116 ksi.
Other converters
Traditional units (geun, doe, majigi and so on) vary by region and product.