What Is This Tool?
This unit converter allows you to transform pressure measurements from pascals (Pa), the SI unit of pressure, to foot water (60°F) [ftAq], which represents the pressure exerted by a one-foot column of pure water at 60°F. It is designed to assist engineers, technicians, and scientists working with low-pressure fluid systems and hydrostatic measurements.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the pressure value in pascals (Pa) you want to convert.
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Select pascal (Pa) as the input unit and foot water (60°F) [ftAq] as the output unit.
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent pressure in foot water units.
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Use the results for interpreting low-pressure and hydrostatic head data.
Key Features
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Converts pressure values from pascal (Pa) to foot water (60°F) [ftAq].
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Reflects hydrostatic pressure related to water columns at 60°F under standard gravity.
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Ideal for HVAC, hydraulic, and laboratory pressure analysis.
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Browser-based and easy to use without installation.
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Includes practical conversion examples.
Examples
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1000 Pa converts to approximately 0.3348832 ftAq.
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500 Pa converts to approximately 0.1674416 ftAq.
Common Use Cases
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Measuring low-pressure differentials and draft in HVAC and building ventilation.
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Specifying small gas or fluid pressures in regulators and leak testing.
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Determining hydraulic head or pressure drops in small pumps and water filters.
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Reading laboratory manometer pressure values related to water columns.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure pressure values are relevant to low-pressure ranges for more intuitive results.
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Verify that the fluid conditions correspond to pure water at 60°F for accurate interpretation.
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Use the foot water unit mainly for hydrostatic or head-related pressure assessments.
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Double-check unit selection to avoid conversion errors.
Limitations
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The foot water (60°F) measurement applies only to pure water at 60°F under normal gravity.
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Temperature, fluid density, or gravity differences can affect conversion accuracy.
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Not suitable for high-pressure measurements where alternative units are preferred.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does pascal (Pa) measure?
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Pascal (Pa) is the SI derived unit of pressure that quantifies mechanical stress and pressure as one newton of force applied over one square meter.
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When should I use foot water (60°F) as a pressure unit?
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Foot water (60°F) is best used for low-pressure measurements related to hydrostatic head, such as in HVAC systems, small pumps, and fluid pressure regulation.
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Can I use this converter for high-pressure systems?
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No, the foot water unit is generally not practical for high-pressure applications, where pascals or other pressure units are more appropriate.
Key Terminology
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Pascal (Pa)
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The SI unit of pressure defined as one newton per square meter, used for measuring mechanical stress and fluid pressure.
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Foot water (60°F) [ftAq]
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A pressure unit representing the hydrostatic pressure exerted by a one-foot column of pure water at 60°F under standard gravity.
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Hydrostatic Pressure
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The pressure exerted by a fluid at rest due to the force of gravity, often related to the height of a fluid column.