What Is This Tool?
This tool converts pressure values from foot water (60°F) [ftAq]—a unit representing hydrostatic pressure of a 1-foot column of water at 60°F—to kilopascal [kPa], a common SI unit used in engineering and meteorology.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the pressure value in foot water (60°F) [ftAq].
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Select foot water (60°F) as the source unit.
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Choose kilopascal (kPa) as the target unit.
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Click convert to get the pressure value in kilopascal.
Key Features
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Accurately converts low-pressure hydrostatic units to standard SI pressure units.
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Supports pressure measurement conversions relevant for HVAC, fluid systems, and laboratory testing.
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Easy-to-use interface for quick unit translation.
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Browser-based with no installation needed.
Examples
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2 foot water (60°F) equals approximately 5.972 kPa.
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5 foot water (60°F) equals approximately 14.93 kPa.
Common Use Cases
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Measuring low-pressure differentials in HVAC and building ventilation systems.
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Calibrating gas regulators and conducting leak testing.
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Evaluating hydraulic head and pressure drops in pumps and water filters.
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Reporting pressures in pneumatic or hydraulic system design.
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the temperature conditions match 60°F for accuracy in foot water measurements.
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Consider the purity and density of water when using foot water as a pressure unit.
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Use kilopascal values for consistency in engineering and scientific calculations.
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Double-check conversions when used for critical system calibrations.
Limitations
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Foot water assumes pure water at 60°F; deviations affect the pressure equivalence.
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Kilopascal conversions may require adjustments based on environmental or measurement conditions.
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This tool focuses on pressure units only and does not cover other measurement categories.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does one foot water (60°F) represent?
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It is the hydrostatic pressure from a 1-foot column of pure water at 60°F (15.556°C) under standard gravity.
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Why use kilopascal as a target unit?
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Kilopascal is a standard SI unit widely used in engineering and meteorology for everyday pressure ranges.
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Can I use this conversion for fluids other than water?
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This conversion is specific to water at 60°F; other fluids or temperatures may require different considerations.
Key Terminology
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Foot water (60°F) [ftAq]
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A pressure unit based on the pressure exerted by a 1-foot column of pure water at 60°F under standard gravity.
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Kilopascal (kPa)
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An SI-derived pressure unit equal to 1,000 pascals, measuring force per unit area.
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Hydrostatic Pressure
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Pressure exerted by a fluid at equilibrium due to the force of gravity.