What does inch water (60°F) measure?

It measures the hydrostatic pressure exerted by a 1-inch column of water at 60°F, often used for very small pressure differences.

Why is the temperature 60°F important for inch water units?

Because water density varies with temperature, specifying 60°F ensures consistent pressure measurements based on that water density.

Where is pound-force per square inch commonly used?

Pound-force per square inch is used widely in engineering fields including automotive tire pressure, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and compressed gas equipment.

How to Convert Inch Water (60°F) [inAq] to Pound-force per Square Inch

Convert pressure values from inch water (60°F) to pound-force per square inch (psi) easily with our online unit converter. Understand the definitions, use cases, and conversion steps for accurate pressure measurement.

Inch water (60°F) [inAq]

Pound-force/square inch

Please check your input. It must be a valid numeric value.

Inch water (60°F) [inAq] to Pound-force/square inch Conversion Table

Inch water (60°F) [inAq]	Pound-force/square inch

Custom Unit Conversion Table Generator – Instant Printable Conversion Tables

Start Value

Enter the starting number (positive decimal or integer ≥ 0). Example: 0.1, 1, 5.

End Value

Enter the ending number (positive decimal or integer > Start Value). Example: 10, 50, 100.

Interval

Enter the step size (positive decimal > 0 and < End Value – Start Value). Example: 1.0, 2.5.

Inch water (60°F) [inAq] to Pound-force/square inch Conversion Table
Inch water (60°F) [inAq]	Pound-force/square inch

Explore More Pressure Units Converter

What Is This Tool?

This online converter transforms pressure measurements from inch water (60°F) [inAq], a small pressure unit based on hydrostatic pressure at a specific temperature, to pound-force per square inch (psi), a common imperial pressure unit widely used in engineering and daily applications.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the pressure value in inch water (60°F)
Select inch water (60°F) as the input unit
Choose pound-force per square inch as the output unit
Click the convert button to get the result in psi

Key Features

Converts inch water (60°F) pressure values to pound-force per square inch (psi)
User-friendly interface for quick and accurate conversions
Browser-based tool accessible without installation
Supports pressure units relevant to HVAC, gas service, and industrial contexts

Examples

Converting 10 inch water (60°F) results in approximately 0.360916258 psi
Converting 25 inch water (60°F) yields about 0.902290645 psi

Common Use Cases

Measuring duct and filter pressure drops in HVAC systems
Specifying low pressure in residential gas service and regulator settings
Reading manometers and differential-pressure sensors for ventilation and cleanroom control
Automotive tire pressure ratings and gauges
Hydraulic and pneumatic system pressure specifications
Pressure readings for compressed-gas cylinders and air compressors

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure input values are measured at or near 60°F when using inch water units due to temperature dependence
Use the tool for low-pressure conversions since inch water represents very small pressure differences
Cross-check converted values with instrumentation specifications for accuracy

Limitations

Inch water (60°F) measurements depend on water temperature because water density changes with temperature
Converting to psi involves scaling very small pressure units to larger ones, which may challenge measurement precision
The tool assumes water at exactly 60°F for conversions involving inch water units

Frequently Asked Questions

What does inch water (60°F) measure?: It measures the hydrostatic pressure exerted by a 1-inch column of water at 60°F, often used for very small pressure differences.
Why is the temperature 60°F important for inch water units?: Because water density varies with temperature, specifying 60°F ensures consistent pressure measurements based on that water density.
Where is pound-force per square inch commonly used?: Pound-force per square inch is used widely in engineering fields including automotive tire pressure, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and compressed gas equipment.

Key Terminology

Inch water (60°F) [inAq]: A unit of pressure equal to the hydrostatic pressure from a 1-inch column of water at 60°F, used for small pressure measurements.
Pound-force per square inch (psi): An imperial pressure unit representing one pound-force applied to an area of one square inch, commonly used in engineering and industry.
Hydrostatic pressure: Pressure exerted by a fluid due to gravity at a given depth or height.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does inch water (60°F) represent?

Pressure based on air column height

Pressure from a 1-inch water column at 60°F

Temperature of water at 60°F

Which unit is larger for measuring pressure?

Inch water (60°F)

Pound-force per square inch

Both are equal

Why is temperature important in inch water measurements?

Temperature does not affect inch water

Water density changes with temperature affecting pressure

Temperature affects pound-force per square inch

Share Us

Similar Calculators

Online Thermal Resistance Units Converter Online Surface Current Density Units Converter Online Volume Units Converter Online Volume Dry Units Converter Online Weight and Mass Units Converter