What does 1 foot water (60°F) equal in psi?

One foot water (60°F) equals approximately 0.4331 psi based on hydrostatic pressure definitions.

Why is foot water (60°F) used instead of psi in some measurements?

Foot water (60°F) is used to represent low-pressure, hydrostatic or head-related values, especially in HVAC, small pumps, and laboratory contexts where fluid column pressure is relevant.

Can this converter be used for pressures at temperatures other than 60°F?

The conversion is temperature-specific to 60°F water, so variations in temperature or gravity can affect the exact value, requiring caution.

How to Convert Foot Water (60°F) [ftAq] to Psi [psi]

Learn how to convert pressure values from foot water (60°F) units to psi, commonly used in various industrial, HVAC, and automotive applications.

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Foot water (60°F) [ftAq] to Psi [psi] Conversion Table

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Foot water (60°F) [ftAq] to Psi [psi] Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter allows you to transform pressure measurements from foot water (60°F), a hydrostatic pressure unit, into psi, a widely recognized pressure unit used in many practical settings.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the pressure value in foot water (60°F) units into the input field
Select foot water (60°F) as the source unit and psi as the target unit
Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent pressure in psi
Review the converted value for use in your specific pressure assessment or application

Key Features

Converts hydrostatic pressure from foot water (60°F) to psi accurately based on standardized definitions
Supports pressure translations for HVAC diagnostics, pump monitoring, and gas distribution testing
Enables easy comparison between fluid column pressures and mechanical pressure systems
Browser-based and user-friendly with straightforward input and output

Examples

5 foot water (60°F) converts to approximately 2.1655 psi
10 foot water (60°F) converts to approximately 4.3310 psi

Common Use Cases

Checking low-pressure differentials in building ventilation and HVAC systems
Measuring small pressures in hydraulic heads, water filters, and laboratory manometers
Assessing pressure in gas regulators, leak testing setups, and small gas distribution systems
Determining automotive tire pressures and hydraulic equipment specifications

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure the water temperature is close to 60°F to maintain conversion accuracy
Use this conversion mainly for low-pressure ranges relevant to fluid columns and manometers
Be cautious interpreting very small psi values derived from foot water as psi is used for higher pressures
Verify standard gravity conditions apply when converting measurements

Limitations

Conversion assumes water temperature of 60°F and standard gravity, which can affect precision
Foot water unit suits low-pressure measurements; it is less practical for very high pressures
Psi units are better suited for higher pressures, so caution is needed in interpretation of low values converted from foot water

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 1 foot water (60°F) equal in psi?: One foot water (60°F) equals approximately 0.4331 psi based on hydrostatic pressure definitions.
Why is foot water (60°F) used instead of psi in some measurements?: Foot water (60°F) is used to represent low-pressure, hydrostatic or head-related values, especially in HVAC, small pumps, and laboratory contexts where fluid column pressure is relevant.
Can this converter be used for pressures at temperatures other than 60°F?: The conversion is temperature-specific to 60°F water, so variations in temperature or gravity can affect the exact value, requiring caution.

Key Terminology

Foot water (60°F) [ftAq]: A pressure unit representing the hydrostatic pressure from a 1-foot column of water at 60°F under standard gravity, mainly for low-pressure measurements.
Psi [psi]: A unit of pressure defined as one pound-force applied to one square inch, widely used in Imperial and US customary systems.
Hydrostatic Pressure: The pressure exerted by a fluid at rest due to the force of gravity.

Quick Knowledge Check

What type of pressure does foot water (60°F) measure?

Atmospheric pressure

Hydrostatic pressure from a water column

Pressure inside a gas cylinder

What unit does psi represent?

Pressure per square meter

Pound-force per square inch

Force per cubic inch

In which application is converting foot water (60°F) to psi commonly useful?

Measuring electrical current

HVAC low-pressure and ventilation assessments

Calculating engine RPM

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