A standard atmosphere is exactly 101,325 pascals.
Atmospheres to Centipascals Converter — atm to cPa
Convert Atmosphere (atm) to Centipascal (cPa) using the exact conversion factor (1 atmosphere = 10,132,500 centipascal). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Atmospheres to Centipascals converter
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Convert pascals, bars, PSI, atmospheres, mercury columns, water columns, and engineering pressure units.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Centipascal is 0.01 pascal units.
Result = input x 101325 / 0.01.
Pressure uses the pascal as the base unit.
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About Converting Atmospheres to Centipascals
Atmosphere and Centipascal both show up on pressure gauges — psi is standard on US tire and tool specifications, while bar is the everyday pressure unit across most of the rest of the world. Atmosphere is most often used for chemistry (standard conditions are often defined at 1 atm).
Formula
centipascals = atmospheres × 10132500
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 atmosphere equals 101325 base units, and 1 centipascal equals 0.01 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct atmosphere-to-centipascal factor of 10132500.
Simple example
1 atm × 10132500 = 10,132,500 cPa
1 atmosphere = 10,132,500 centipascals.
Real-world example
35 atm × 10132500 = 354,637,500 cPa
35 atmospheres = 354,637,500 centipascals.
Conversion table
| Atmosphere (atm) | Centipascal (cPa) |
|---|---|
| 1 atm | 10,132,500 cPa |
| 5 atm | 50,662,500 cPa |
| 10 atm | 101,325,000 cPa |
| 25 atm | 253,312,500 cPa |
| 50 atm | 506,625,000 cPa |
| 100 atm | 1,013,250,000 cPa |
Reverse conversion: Centipascal to Atmosphere
1 cPa × 9.869233e-8 = 9.869233e-8 atm
1 centipascal = 9.869233e-8 atmospheres.
atmospheres = centipascals × 9.869233e-8
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Centipascal to Atmosphere.
Understanding the Atmosphere
Atmosphere (atm) measures pressure. Defined as exactly 101,325 pascals, originally based on the average atmospheric pressure at mean sea level. It is classified as a non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI.
Where it's used: Widely used internationally in chemistry, meteorology, and diving/aviation contexts alongside the pascal and bar
Uses of the Atmosphere today
- Chemistry (standard conditions are often defined at 1 atm)
- Diving and aviation pressure references
- General reference for everyday atmospheric pressure
Understanding the Centipascal (cPa)
Centipascal is 0.01 pascal units.
Atmosphere — sources
- BIPM SI Brochure — Standard atmosphere listed among non-SI units with a fixed exact value in pascals.
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Frequently asked questions
How many centipascals are in 1 atmosphere?
1 atmosphere equals 10,132,500 centipascals, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert atmosphere to centipascal?
Multiply the atmosphere value by 10132500. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert centipascal back to atmosphere?
Use the reverse factor: 1 centipascal equals 9.869233e-8 atmospheres. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a atmosphere?
Atmosphere (atm) measures pressure. Defined as exactly 101,325 pascals, originally based on the average atmospheric pressure at mean sea level. It is classified as a non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI.
What is a centipascal?
Centipascal (cPa) is a unit of pressure.
Is the atmosphere to centipascal conversion exact?
Yes. Defined as exactly 101,325 pascals, originally based on the average atmospheric pressure at mean sea level. That fixed definition is what the converter above uses, so any rounding you see is a display choice, not a limitation of the math.
Where is the atmosphere still used today?
Widely used internationally in chemistry, meteorology, and diving/aviation contexts alongside the pascal and bar