Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to ton-force (long)/square inch
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2] to ton-force (long)/square inch [tonf (UK)/in^2], or Convert ton-force (long)/square inch to ton-force (short)/sq. foot.
How to Convert Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Ton-Force (Long)/square Inch
1 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 0.00620039682402733 tonf (UK)/in^2
Example: convert 15 tonf (US)/ft^2 to tonf (UK)/in^2:
15 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 15 × 0.00620039682402733 tonf (UK)/in^2 = 0.09300595236041 tonf (UK)/in^2
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Ton-Force (Long)/square Inch 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.
Ton-Force (Long)/square Inch
Ton-force per square inch (tonf/in²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one ton-force distributed over an area of one square inch.
History/Origin
The ton-force (long) originated from the imperial system of units used in the UK, where it was defined as the force exerted by a long ton (2,240 pounds) under standard gravity. It has been used historically in engineering and pressure measurements but has largely been replaced by SI units.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square inch is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by pascals (Pa) or pounds per square inch (psi). It may still appear in legacy systems or specific industrial contexts in the UK.