Converting from Inch of Water (inH₂0) to Pound Per Square Foot (psf) | Pressure

What is Inch of Water (inH₂0)

Inch of Water (inH₂0) is a unit of pressure measurement typically used to gauge low pressure levels. It represents the amount of pressure exerted at the base of a column of water one inch tall in a specified gravitational field.

What is Pound Per Square Foot (psf)

Pound per Square Foot (psf) is a unit of pressure that signifies the force exerted by one pound-force acting on an area of one square foot. This unit is commonly utilized in construction and engineering applications.

Conversion Formulas

The conversion between Inch of Water (inH₂0) and Pound Per Square Foot (psf) can be achieved using the following formulas:

• To convert from inH₂0 to psf:
  psf=inH2​0×5.20233
• To convert from psf to inH₂0:
  inH2​0=psf×0.1922216

Examples

1. Converting 2 inH₂0 to psf:

   • 2(inH2​0)×5.20233=10.40466(psf)

2. Converting 10 psf to inH₂0:

   • 10(psf)×0.1922216=1.922216(inH2​0)

3. Converting 9 inH₂0 to psf:

   • 9(inH2​0)×5.20233=46.82097(psf)

4. Converting 2 psf to inH₂0:

   • 2(psf)×0.1922216=0.3844431(inH2​0)

This article provides the necessary information to conduct conversions between Inch of Water (inH₂0) and Pound Per Square Foot (psf) efficiently.