Pound-force per square inch To Centimeter of mercury Converter

Effortlessly Convert PSI to cmHg: Your Go-To Guide for Pressure Conversion

Discover the convenience of converting psi to cmHg with our intuitive tool. Simplify your pressure conversions between Pound-force per square inch and Centimeter Mercury at 0°C with ease.

What are Pound-force per square inch and Centimeter of mercury

Pound-force per square inch (psi) is a unit of pressure based on avoirdupois units. It is the pressure resulting from a force of one pound-force applied to an area of one square inch.

A centimeter of mercury (cmHg) is a unit of pressure measurement that equates to the pressure exerted by a one-centimeter column of mercury at 0 degrees Celsius at the standard acceleration of gravity.

History of Pound-force per square inch and Centimeter of mercury

The concept of measuring pressure in pounds per square inch and converting it to centimeters of mercury has been a valuable tool in various scientific and industrial fields for accurate pressure readings and standardized measurements.

How to use Pound-force per square inch to Centimeter of mercury Converter

• Locate the psi to cmHg conversion tool on our website.
• Enter the value in pounds per square inch (psi) that you wish to convert.
• Click on the 'Convert' button to initiate the conversion.
• View the converted value displayed in centimeters of mercury (cmHg).
• Use the result as needed for your calculations or records.

Real Life Applications of Pound-force per square inch to Centimeter of mercury

Uncover the practical applications of converting psi to cmHg in everyday scenarios and specialized fields.

• Medical equipment calibration, especially in devices like sphygmomanometers which measure blood pressure in cmHg.
• Automotive industry for tire pressure monitoring and adjustment where psi is commonly used.

Solved Examples psi to cmHg

• Example 1: To convert 15 psi to cmHg, you multiply 15 by 1.9337 resulting in 29.0055 cmHg.

• Example 2: Converting 22 psi to cmHg equals 22 times 1.9337, which equals 42.5414 cmHg.