Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to inch mercury (32°F)
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2] to inch mercury (32°F) [inHg], or Convert inch mercury (32°F) to ton-force (short)/sq. foot.
How to Convert Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Inch Mercury (32°f)
1 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 28.2780649653963 inHg
Example: convert 15 tonf (US)/ft^2 to inHg:
15 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 15 × 28.2780649653963 inHg = 424.170974480944 inHg
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Inch Mercury (32°f) 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.
Inch Mercury (32°f)
Inch of mercury at 32°F (inHg) is a unit of pressure measurement representing the height of a mercury column in inches, used primarily in meteorology and aviation.
History/Origin
The inch of mercury originated from barometric pressure measurements using a mercury barometer, with its use dating back to the 18th century. It became a standard unit in weather reporting and altitude measurement.
Current Use
Today, inHg is primarily used in meteorology to report atmospheric pressure, especially in the United States, and in aviation for altitude and pressure readings.