Convert millibar to pound-force/square inch
Please provide values below to convert millibar [mbar] to pound-force/square inch [lbf/in^2], or Convert pound-force/square inch to millibar.
How to Convert Millibar to Pound-Force/square Inch
1 mbar = 0.0145037737796859 lbf/in^2
Example: convert 15 mbar to lbf/in^2:
15 mbar = 15 × 0.0145037737796859 lbf/in^2 = 0.217556606695288 lbf/in^2
Millibar to Pound-Force/square Inch Conversion Table
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Millibar
A millibar (mbar) is a unit of pressure measurement equal to one-thousandth of a bar, commonly used in meteorology to measure atmospheric pressure.
History/Origin
The millibar was introduced in the early 20th century as a convenient unit for meteorological measurements, replacing the bar in many applications due to its smaller size. It became widely adopted in weather reporting and atmospheric studies.
Current Use
Today, the millibar is still used in meteorology and atmospheric sciences to report atmospheric pressure, although it is gradually being replaced by the Pascal (Pa) in scientific contexts. It remains a standard unit in weather forecasts and reports.
Pound-Force/square Inch
Pound-force per square inch (lbf/in^2) is a unit of pressure representing the force of one pound-force applied over an area of one square inch.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the Imperial system and became widely used in the United States for measuring pressure, especially in engineering and tire pressure contexts.
Current Use
Today, lbf/in^2, commonly known as psi, is still used in various fields such as automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications to measure pressure.