The conversion of 20000 psi to bar equals approximately 1378.9 bar.
This calculation is based on the standard conversion factor where 1 psi equals 0.0689476 bar. To find the value in bar, multiply the psi value by this factor, giving a precise measurement of pressure in bar units from psi measurements.
Conversion Result
20000 psi is equal to 1378.9 bar when rounded to four decimal places.
Conversion Tool
Result in bar:
Conversion Formula
The conversion from psi to bar uses the formula: bar = psi × 0.0689476. This ratio comes from the fact that 1 psi is defined as exactly 0.0689476 bar, because 1 psi equals 6894.76 pascals and 1 bar equals 100000 pascals. Multiplying psi by this factor converts the unit to bar.
For example, converting 20000 psi: 20000 × 0.0689476 = 1378.952 bar, which can be rounded to 1378.9 bar for simplicity.
Conversion Example
- Convert 15000 psi to bar:
- Step 1: Multiply 15000 by 0.0689476.
- Step 2: 15000 × 0.0689476 = 1034.214 bar.
- Convert 10000 psi to bar:
- Step 1: 10000 × 0.0689476 = 689.476 bar.
- Convert 25000 psi to bar:
- Step 1: 25000 × 0.0689476 = 1723.69 bar.
- Convert 5000 psi to bar:
- Step 1: 5000 × 0.0689476 = 344.738 bar.
- Convert 3000 psi to bar:
- Step 1: 3000 × 0.0689476 = 206.843 bar.
Conversion Chart
psi | bar |
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19975.0 | 1378.6 |
19980.0 | 1378.9 |
19985.0 | 1379.2 |
19990.0 | 1379.5 |
19995.0 | 1379.8 |
20000.0 | 1380.0 |
20005.0 | 1380.3 |
20010.0 | 1380.6 |
20015.0 | 1380.9 |
20020.0 | 1381.2 |
20025.0 | 1381.5 |
This chart shows psi values from 19975 to 20025 and their corresponding bar measurements. To find the bar value for a specific psi, locate the psi in the first column and read across to find the equivalent in bar.
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Conversion Definitions
psi
Psi is a unit of pressure measurement derived from pounds-force per square inch, used mainly in the United States to measure tire pressure, engine compression, and other pressure-related parameters. It quantifies the force applied over a one square inch area.
bar
Bar is a metric unit of pressure equal to 100000 pascals, commonly used in meteorology, engineering, and physics. It measures force per unit area, often to describe atmospheric pressure, industrial pressure systems, or hydraulic pressures.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the conversion from psi to bar?
The conversion uses a fixed ratio of 1 psi = 0.0689476 bar, which is highly accurate for practical purposes, but small variations can occur depending on measurement precision. For most engineering needs, this ratio provides reliable results.
Can I use this conversion for gases at high altitudes?
While the formula remains the same, pressure measurements at high altitudes can be affected by ambient atmospheric pressure changes. Therefore, conversions are accurate mathematically but may not reflect true conditions of gases in different environments.
What tools can I use to convert psi to bar automatically?
Online calculators, digital pressure gauges with unit conversion features, and custom scripts like the one above can perform these conversions swiftly, reducing manual calculation errors and saving time during measurements.