Bar to Pounds per Square Inch Converter
Convert Bar to Pounds per Square Inch with the exact conversion factor, a worked example and a quick-reference table. Runs entirely in your browser.
This converter turns Bar into Pounds per Square Inch instantly using the standard definition of both units. It includes the formula, a worked example, and a quick table for common amounts, and it works for any value you type — including decimals and negatives where they make sense.
Quick reference — Bar to Pounds per Square Inch
How to use this calculator
- Enter the value in Bar in the input box.
- Read the result in Pounds per Square Inch — it updates as you type.
- Use the Swap button to convert in the opposite direction.
- Check the quick-reference table for common Bar amounts.
The formula
Pounds per Square Inch = Bar × 14.5038
Worked example
2 bar = 29.0075 psi — in full, 2 Bar converts to 29.0075 Pounds per Square Inch. Tyre pressure, weather maps and diving are the everyday jobs for this conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Bar to Pounds per Square Inch?
Multiply the value in Bar by 14.5038. For example, 2 Bar × 14.5038 = 29.0075 Pounds per Square Inch. To go the other way, divide by 14.5038 instead — or press Swap in the converter above.
How many Pounds per Square Inch are in one Bar?
One Bar equals 14.5038 Pounds per Square Inch. Scaling up, 10 Bar = 145.038 Pounds per Square Inch and 100 Bar = 1,450.38 Pounds per Square Inch. The converter uses the full-precision factor, so typed values are more precise than the rounded figure quoted here.
Which is bigger, a Bar or a Pound per Square Inch?
A Bar is bigger. One Bar equals 14.5038 Pounds per Square Inch, while one Pound per Square Inch is only 0.0689476 Bar. So a measurement that looks larger in Pounds per Square Inch is reflecting the scale difference, not an error.
What is 2 Bar in Pounds per Square Inch?
2 Bar is 29.0075 Pounds per Square Inch. The math is 2 × 14.5038 = 29.0075. Try any other amount in the converter above and the result updates as you type.