1 inch of water [inH2O] = 0.036127 pound per square inch [psi]
Example: 1 inch of water [inH2O] equals 0.036127 pound per square inch [psi].
Examples
1 inch of water [inH2O] = 0.036127 pound per square inch [psi]
2 inch of water [inH2O] = 0.072255 pound per square inch [psi]
5 inch of water [inH2O] = 0.180636 pound per square inch [psi]
10 inch of water [inH2O] = 0.361273 pound per square inch [psi]
20 inch of water [inH2O] = 0.722546 pound per square inch [psi]
25 inch of water [inH2O] = 0.903182 pound per square inch [psi]
Practical Uses for inch water to psi
tire inflationcompressors and pumpsHVAC and plumbingengineering specifications
Sources and Accuracy
Pressure conversions use pascal as the reference unit and include common engineering, weather, tire, and laboratory pressure units.
Displayed results are rounded for readability. The calculator keeps enough precision for everyday use and switches to scientific notation for very large or very small values. Last reviewed: 2026-08-14.
About These Units
inch of water [inH2O]
Definition
The inch of water (inH2O) is a pressure unit used to express measurements in this converter.
History
This unit is included because it appears in practical measurement systems, technical references, product specifications, or everyday conversion needs.
Current use
Use inch of water when comparing pressure values, checking specifications, converting between systems, or preparing quick estimates.
pound per square inch [psi]
Definition
Pound per square inch is a pressure unit showing pounds-force applied over one square inch.
History
PSI comes from imperial force and area units and remains common in mechanical and pressure-gauge contexts.
Current use
PSI is used for tire pressure, compressors, plumbing, hydraulics, gas cylinders, and equipment ratings.
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How to Convert
Enter the value in the “From value” field.
Confirm the source unit is inch of water [inH2O].
Confirm the target unit is pound per square inch [psi].
Read the instant result and formula.
Where This Conversion Is Used
tire inflationcompressors and pumpsHVAC and plumbingengineering specifications