Convert psi to centimeter mercury (0°C)
Please provide values below to convert psi [psi] to centimeter mercury (0°C) [cmHg], or Convert centimeter mercury (0°C) to psi.
1 psi = 5.17149253411 cmHg. To convert psi to centimeter mercury (0°C), multiply the value by 5.17149253411; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cmHg = 0.193367774082 psi). Both units measure pressure and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 psi = 5.17149253411 cmHg
- 1 cmHg = 0.193367774082 psi
- 10 psi = 51.7149253411 cmHg
- 100 psi = 517.149253411 cmHg
How to Convert Psi to Centimeter Mercury (0°c)
1 psi = 5.17149253410832 cmHg
Example: convert 15 psi to cmHg:
15 psi = 15 × 5.17149253410832 cmHg = 77.5723880116248 cmHg
Psi to Centimeter Mercury (0°c) Conversion Table
| psi | centimeter mercury (0°C) |
|---|---|
| 1 psi | 5.17149253411 cmHg |
| 2 psi | 10.3429850682 cmHg |
| 3 psi | 15.5144776023 cmHg |
| 5 psi | 25.8574626705 cmHg |
| 10 psi | 51.7149253411 cmHg |
| 20 psi | 103.429850682 cmHg |
| 50 psi | 258.574626705 cmHg |
| 100 psi | 517.149253411 cmHg |
| 500 psi | 2585.74626705 cmHg |
| 1000 psi | 5171.49253411 cmHg |
Psi
Psi (pounds per square inch) is a unit of pressure measurement representing the force of one pound applied to an area of one square inch.
History/Origin
The psi originated in the United States as a customary unit of pressure, commonly used in engineering and industrial applications. It became standardized with the development of the imperial system of units.
Current Use
Psi is widely used today in various fields such as automotive tire pressure, plumbing, and industrial pressure measurements, especially in the United States and other countries using imperial units.
Centimeter Mercury (0°c)
Centimeter mercury (0°C) is a unit of pressure measurement representing the pressure exerted by a one-centimeter column of mercury at 0°C.
History/Origin
The centimeter mercury was historically used in barometry and pressure measurements before the adoption of the pascal. It originated from the use of mercury columns in barometers to measure atmospheric pressure, with the unit reflecting the height of the mercury column.
Current Use
Today, the centimeter mercury is largely obsolete and replaced by SI units like the pascal. However, it is still used in some medical and historical contexts to measure blood pressure and atmospheric pressure in certain regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 psi in centimeter mercury (0°C)?
1 psi (psi) = 5.17149253411 centimeter mercury (0°C) (cmHg).
How do you convert psi to centimeter mercury (0°C)?
Multiply the psi value by 5.17149253411. For example, 25 psi × 5.17149253411 = 129.287313353 cmHg.
What is 10 psi in centimeter mercury (0°C)?
10 psi = 51.7149253411 cmHg.
Which unit is larger, the psi or the centimeter mercury (0°C)?
The psi is the larger unit: 1 psi = 5.17149253411 cmHg.