Bar to PSI: Complete Pressure Conversion Guide
Converting bar to PSI (pounds per square inch) is essential in many industrial, automotive, and engineering applications. Our bar to PSI converter provides accurate conversions using the precise conversion factor of 1 bar = 14.5038 PSI.
Bar to PSI Conversion Formula
PSI = Bar × 14.5038
The conversion factor 14.5038 is derived from the relationship between bar (100,000 Pa) and PSI (6,894.757 Pa). This ensures precise conversions for all pressure measurements.
How to Convert Bar to PSI
- Enter the pressure value in bar
- Multiply by 14.5038 to get PSI
- Round to the desired decimal places
- Verify using our conversion table
Common Bar to PSI Conversions
- 1 bar = 14.504 PSI (standard atmospheric pressure)
- 2 bar = 29.008 PSI (typical tire pressure)
- 5 bar = 72.519 PSI (hydraulic systems)
- 10 bar = 145.038 PSI (industrial applications)
Applications of Bar to PSI Conversion
Bar to PSI conversion is crucial in automotive tire pressure specifications, hydraulic system design, compressed air systems, pneumatic equipment, and industrial pressure monitoring. Many European specifications use bar while American standards use PSI.
Understanding Bar and PSI
Bar is a metric unit of pressure equal to 100,000 pascals, approximately equal to atmospheric pressure at sea level. PSI (pounds per square inch) is an imperial unit commonly used in the United States for tire pressure, hydraulic systems, and industrial applications.
Accuracy and Precision
Our converter uses the precise conversion factor of 14.5037738 PSI per bar, ensuring accuracy for scientific, engineering, and industrial calculations. For most practical applications, 14.504 provides sufficient precision.