Bar to Centimeter of Water Converter
Convert Bars to Centimeters of Water
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How to Convert Bars to Centimeters of Water
Converting bars to centimeters of water (cmH₂O) is a common conversion. One bar is equal to approximately 1019.716 cmH₂O.
Formula
cmH₂O = Bars × 1019.716
or
cmH₂O = bar × 1019.716
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in bars
- Multiply that number by 1019.716
- The result is the equivalent amount in centimeters of water
Examples
- 1 bar = 1019.716 cmH₂O
- 0.1 bar = 101.9716 cmH₂O
- 0.000980665 bar = 1 cmH₂O
When to Convert Bars to Centimeters of Water
This conversion is commonly used in medical applications (e.g., blood pressure), HVAC systems, and hydrology to measure pressure or fluid levels.
Common Bars to Centimeters of Water Conversions
Here is a table of common bar to centimeter of water conversions for quick reference:
| Bars (bar) | cmH₂O | Bars (bar) | cmH₂O |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1019.716 | 0.001 | 1.019716 |
| 10 | 10197.16 | 0.0001 | 0.1019716 |
| 100 | 101971.6 | 0.00001 | 0.01019716 |
| 1000 | 1019716 | 0.000001 | 0.001019716 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many centimeters of water are in a bar?
There are approximately 1019.716 centimeters of water in one bar.
Why is the conversion factor 1019.716?
One bar is defined as 100,000 pascals, and one centimeter of water is 98.0665 pascals. Therefore, one bar is 100,000 / 98.0665 = 1019.716 cmH₂O.