Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to inch mercury (32°F)
Please provide values below to convert gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2] to inch mercury (32°F) [inHg], or Convert inch mercury (32°F) to gram-force/sq. centimeter.
How to Convert Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Inch Mercury (32°f)
1 gf/cm^2 = 0.0289590210768012 inHg
Example: convert 15 gf/cm^2 to inHg:
15 gf/cm^2 = 15 × 0.0289590210768012 inHg = 0.434385316152017 inHg
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Inch Mercury (32°f) Conversion Table
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Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
Gram-force per square centimeter (gf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one gram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of gram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gram, and was commonly used in engineering and scientific contexts before the adoption of SI units. It was primarily used in regions and industries where the metric system was prevalent.
Current Use
Today, gf/cm² is largely considered obsolete and is rarely used in modern scientific or engineering applications. Pressure measurements are typically expressed in pascals (Pa) or bar, but the unit may still appear in legacy systems or specific niche contexts.
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.