What Is This Tool?
This converter allows users to translate pressure values expressed in inch water (60°F), a temperature-specific unit, into millimeter water (4°C), which is based on water at maximum density. It is designed to facilitate accurate comparison and use in low-pressure measurement contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the pressure value in inch water (60°F)
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Select inch water (60°F) as the input unit
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Choose millimeter water (4°C) as the output unit
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Click convert to see the result displayed
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Use the converted value for consistent pressure analysis or reporting
Key Features
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Converts pressure values from inch water (60°F) to millimeter water (4°C)
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Accounts for temperature-dependent water density in units
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Browser-based and easy to use for HVAC, laboratory, and cleanroom applications
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Suitable for measurements involving very small pressures
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Includes predefined conversion factor for precise calculations
Examples
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2 inch water (60°F) equals 50.7512456176 millimeter water (4°C)
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0.5 inch water (60°F) is equivalent to 12.6878114044 millimeter water (4°C)
Common Use Cases
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Measuring duct and filter pressure drops in HVAC systems
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Specifying low pressures for residential gas services and regulators
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Reading manometers and differential-pressure sensors for ventilation and cleanroom control
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Calibrating and specifying low-range pressure sensors in laboratories
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Assessing small pressure drops in plumbing or drainage systems
Tips & Best Practices
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Always verify the temperature context of the pressure unit used
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Use the conversion for very low pressure measurements only
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Compare pressures measured at the same reference temperature for accuracy
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Apply standard gravity conditions when interpreting results
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Ensure clean and pure water equivalents in related experiments
Limitations
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Assumes pure water and standard gravity conditions at the specified temperatures
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Not appropriate for high-pressure measurement ranges
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Values depend on specific water temperatures and may not be directly comparable if temperatures differ
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Variations in local gravity and water purity can impact accuracy
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is temperature important in these pressure units?
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Because water density varies with temperature, these units specify the temperature to ensure consistent pressure measurement representation.
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Can this converter be used for high-pressure measurements?
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No, both inch water (60°F) and millimeter water (4°C) are intended for very low-pressure ranges and are not suitable for high pressures.
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What does the conversion rate represent?
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It represents how many millimeters of water at 4°C correspond to one inch of water at 60°F under standard gravity.
Key Terminology
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Inch water (60°F) [inAq]
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A pressure unit based on the hydrostatic pressure of a 1-inch column of water at 60°F, used for representing very small pressure differences.
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Millimeter water (4°C)
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A pressure unit defined by the hydrostatic pressure exerted by a 1 mm column of water at 4°C, the temperature of maximum water density.
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Hydrostatic Pressure
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The pressure exerted by a fluid at equilibrium due to the force of gravity.
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Standard Gravity
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The nominal acceleration due to gravity commonly used as a standard reference in measurements.