NFPA in USA

Conversion calculator

Pressure Unit Converter

Convert pressure values between psi, bar, and kPa for fire protection calculations.

Unit ConversionConversionWorkpaper

Calculation workpaper

Enter inputs, review outputs, then use the guidance below before carrying the result forward.

US customary units

Calculation inputs

Enter project screening values in the units shown.

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Worksheet header

Optional project fields for keeping the calculation screen traceable.

Results

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Converted value

6.895

Calculated output

Converted value6.895
From unitpsi
To unitbar

Calculation basis

Use the formula and linked reference data after the result is visible. Keep input selection separate from the calculation screen.

Formula

Unit conversion by pressure factor

Nominal Pipe Diameter

Nominal SizeSchedule 10 ID (in)Schedule 40 ID (in)
3/4"0.8840.824
1"1.0971.049
1-1/4"1.4421.38
1-1/2"1.6821.61
2"2.1572.067
2-1/2"2.6352.469

Use this result

Use converted pressure only after confirming the source and target pressure units.

Check before use
Confirm the value is pressure and not head, flow, or a gauge reading with missing context.
Common pitfall
Converting pressure units does not account for elevation head or friction loss.

Input evidence

Confirm these values before using the result.

  • Pressure value
  • From unit
  • To unit

Record retention

Save the PDF after project fields, inputs, and results are set.

PDF includes

  • Project header and calculator inputs
  • Computed result rows and warnings
  • Formula, reference basis, and professional boundary

Check before filing

  • Input traceability
  • Method review
  • Output reasonableness
  • Professional boundary
Engineering disclaimer
NFPA in USA provides engineering workpapers, calculation checks, and reference tables for project screening and coordination. Final design decisions, code interpretations, submittals, and acceptance records must be completed by qualified professionals and verified against the adopted code, project criteria, listings, and Authority Having Jurisdiction requirements. This site does not issue signed or sealed engineering documents.

FAQ

What is this Pressure Unit calculator for?+
Use it to compute a defined fire protection value from documented inputs, then retain the inputs, result, formula, and warnings with the project record.
Are the results suitable for permit submission?+
Use the saved record only after it is checked against adopted code, project criteria, equipment listings, and AHJ requirements.