Torr to Pounds per Square Inch: 1 Torr equals 0.019337 psi. To convert torr to pounds per square inch, multiply by 0.019337 (psi = Torr × 0.0193367). For example, 10 Torr = 0.193367 psi.
How to Convert Torr to Pounds per Square Inch
To convert from torr to pounds per square inch, multiply the value by 0.019337. The conversion is linear, meaning doubling the input doubles the output.
Conversion Formula
- Torr to Pounds per Square Inch:
psi = Torr × 0.0193367 - Pounds per Square Inch to Torr:
Torr = psi ÷ 0.0193367
Torr to Pounds per Square Inch Conversion Chart
| Torr (Torr) | Pounds per Square Inch (psi) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.001934 |
| 0.25 | 0.004834 |
| 0.5 | 0.009668 |
| 1 | 0.019337 |
| 2 | 0.038673 |
| 3 | 0.05801 |
| 5 | 0.096684 |
| 10 | 0.193367 |
| 20 | 0.386734 |
| 25 | 0.483418 |
| 50 | 0.966836 |
| 100 | 1.933671 |
| 250 | 4.834179 |
| 1000 | 19.336714 |
Understanding the Units
What is a Torr?
One torr equals exactly 1/760 of a standard atmosphere, or about 133.322 pascals — close to one millimeter of mercury.
Named after Evangelista Torricelli (1608–1647), inventor of the barometer.
Common contexts: vacuum technology, medical blood pressure.
What is a Pounds per Square Inch?
One pound-force per square inch (psi) equals approximately 6,894.757 pascals.
Common contexts: tire pressure, plumbing, pneumatic systems (US).
Real-World Reference Points
| Item | Torr (Torr) | Pounds per Square Inch (psi) |
|---|---|---|
| Car tire (typical) | 1654.883 | 32 |
| US household water | 2585.7547 | 50 |
| Bicycle road tire | 5171.5095 | 100 |