PSI to Force Calculator
Enter the values of Pressure in PSI(lbs/in2) and area, A(sq.in) to calculate the Force, F(lbs).
PSI to Force Formula
The PSI to force formula converts pressure in pounds per square inch (PSI) to force, allowing for the calculation of the linear force exerted by a pressurized area. This conversion is vital in various engineering applications, such as hydraulic systems and pressure vessel design.
Force, F(lbs) in pounds, is calculated by multiplying the pressure in PSI(lbs/in2) in pounds per square inches by the area A(sq.in) in square inches.
Force, F(lbs) = PSI(lbs/in2) * A(sq.in)
F(lbs) = force in Newtons, N.
PSI(lbs/in2) = pressure in pounds per square inches, lbs/in2.
A(sq.in) = area in square inches, sq.in.
PSI to Force Calculation:
- A hydraulic press applies a pressure of 300 PSI over an area of 2 square inches. Calculate the force exerted by the press.
Given: PSI(lbs/in2) = 300lbs/in2, A(sq.in) = 2sq.in
Force, F(lbs) = PSI(lbs/in2) * A(sq.in)
F(lbs) = 300 * 2
F(lbs) = 600lbs.
- A force of 1000 lbs is applied and the pressure is 250 PSI. Find the area in square inches over which the pressure is applied.
Given: PSI(lbs/in2) = 250lbs/in2, F(lbs) = 1000lbs.
Force, F(lbs) = PSI(lbs/in2) * A(sq.in)
A(sq.in) = F(lbs) / PSI(lbs/in2)
A(sq.in) = 1000 / 250
A(sq.in) = 4sq.in.