Convert Pound per Square Foot to Pound per Square Inch
Instantly convert Pound per Square Foot to Pound per Square Inch with our advanced Pressure calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Pound per Square Foot or Pound per Square Inch, this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.
What is a Pound per Square Foot?
The Pound per Square Foot (psf) is a unit of pressure used in various measurement systems.
What is a Pound per Square Inch?
The Pound per Square Inch (psi) is a unit of pressure in the imperial and US customary systems. It is widely used for tire pressure, industrial gases, and hydraulics.
How to Convert Pound per Square Foot to Pound per Square Inch
To convert Pound per Square Foot to Pound per Square Inch, divide the Pound per Square Foot value by 144.
psi = psf ÷ 144Manual Calculation Steps
Step 1: Identify the Formula
The standard formula to convert from Pound per Square Foot to Pound per Square Inch is:
psi = psf ÷ 144Step 2: Plug in the Value
Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 psf) into the formula.
Step 3: Calculate the Result
Perform the calculation to get the result in Pound per Square Inch.
Pound per Square Foot to Pound per Square Inch Conversion Table
| Pound per Square Foot (psf) | Pound per Square Inch (psi) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00694445 psi |
| 5 | 0.0347222 psi |
| 10 | 0.0694445 psi |
| 25 | 0.173611 psi |
| 50 | 0.347222 psi |
| 100 | 0.694445 psi |
| 500 | 3.47222 psi |
| 1000 | 6.94445 psi |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Pound per Square Inch are in a Pound per Square Foot?
There are 0.00694445 Pound per Square Inch in 1 Pound per Square Foot.
What is the difference between Pound per Square Foot and Pound per Square Inch?
Pound per Square Foot and Pound per Square Inch are both units used to measure pressure. The Pound per Square Foot is smaller than the Pound per Square Inch.
How do I convert Pound per Square Foot to Pound per Square Inch?
To convert Pound per Square Foot to Pound per Square Inch, divide the Pound per Square Foot value by 144. For example, to find out how many Pound per Square Inch there are in a specific number of Pound per Square Foot, simply apply this formula.
What are the common uses of Pound per Square Foot and Pound per Square Inch?
Pound per Square Foot and Pound per Square Inch are commonly used in pressure measurements. Pound per Square Foot is often used for larger scale measurements relative to Pound per Square Inch.