Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to psi
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2] to psi [psi], or Convert psi to ton-force (short)/sq. foot.
How to Convert Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Psi
1 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 13.8888888951739 psi
Example: convert 15 tonf (US)/ft^2 to psi:
15 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 15 × 13.8888888951739 psi = 208.333333427608 psi
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Psi Conversion Table
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Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
Ton-force per square foot (tonf/ft²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one ton-force distributed over an area of one square foot.
History/Origin
The ton-force per square foot originated from the use of the ton-force as a unit of force in the Imperial system, primarily in engineering and construction contexts, to measure pressure or stress levels. Its usage has declined with the adoption of SI units but remains relevant in specific industries.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square foot is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units such as pascals. It may still be encountered in legacy systems or specific regional applications related to structural and material stress assessments.
Psi
Psi (pounds per square inch) is a unit of pressure measurement representing the force of one pound applied to an area of one square inch.
History/Origin
The psi originated in the United States as a customary unit of pressure, commonly used in engineering and industrial applications. It became standardized with the development of the imperial system of units.
Current Use
Psi is widely used today in various fields such as automotive tire pressure, plumbing, and industrial pressure measurements, especially in the United States and other countries using imperial units.