Bar To Poundal square Foot Converter

(bar to psf converter)

Convert Bar to Poundal per Square Foot


Effortlessly Convert Bar to PSF with Our Precision Tool


(Last Updated On: 2024-05-06)

Discover the simplicity of converting pressure units from bar to psf using Newtum's dedicated Bar to Poundal square Foot Converter. Engage with our tool to simplify your calculations.

What are Bar and Poundal square Foot

Definition of Bar

A bar is a metric unit of pressure, not part of the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as exactly equal to 100,000 Pascals, which is slightly less than the current average atmospheric pressure on Earth at sea level.

Definition of Poundal square Foot

A 'Poundal per square foot' (psf) is a unit of pressure in the Foot-Pound-Second (FPS) system, also known as the English Engineering system. It represents the pressure exerted by one poundal acting on an area of one square foot.

Bar to Poundal square Foot Conversion Table

Bar Poundal/sq ft (psf)
0.01 bar 2088.54 psf
0.05 bar 10442.7 psf
0.1 bar 20885.4 psf
0.5 bar 104427 psf
1 bar 208854 psf
5 bar 1044270 psf
10 bar 2088540 psf
50 bar 10442700 psf
100 bar 20885400 psf
500 bar 104427000 psf

Conversion of Bar to Poundal square Foot

Example 1:
Convert 1 bar to psf:
1 bar = 1 × 20885.4 psf = 20885.4 psf

Example 2:
Convert 2.5 bar to psf:
2.5 bar = 2.5 × 20885.4 psf = 52213.5 psf

History of Bar and Poundal square Foot

The Bar to Poundal square Foot Converter has roots in the need to bridge different measurement systems. Initially developed for engineering purposes, it allowed for seamless conversion between the metric-based bar and the English FPS system's psf.

How to use Bar to Poundal square Foot Converter

Real Life Applications of Bar to Poundal square Foot

Explore how the Bar to PSF converter plays a crucial role in various real-world scenarios, enhancing efficiency in numerous fields.

Solved Examples bar to psf

Example 1: To convert 3 bars to psf: 3 bars = 3 × 20885.4 psf = 62656.2 psf.

Example 2: To convert 7.5 bars to psf: 7.5 bars = 7.5 × 20885.4 psf = 156640.5 psf.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bar to Poundal square Foot Converter?

This tool assists in converting the metric unit of bar to the English FPS unit of psf.

Why would I need to use this converter?

It is useful in fields that require pressure conversion between different unit systems.

Is the conversion from bar to psf accurate?

Yes, the conversion is based on the established equivalence between bar and psf.