Pressure to Head
Convert pressure in psi to equivalent water head in feet or meters.
40 psi =
92.4 ft head
Representative value from the Pressure to Head reference table.
Reference Values
Browse 16 reference values with individual detail pages for quick lookup.
Pressure and Head Converter
Convert water pressure and equivalent head values in either direction.
Converted Value
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Reference Table
Use this complete table for quick lookup and internal linking to specific value pages.
| Pressure | Equivalent Head | Head (m) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 psi | 2.31 ft head | 0.704 |
| 2 psi | 4.62 ft head | 1.408 |
| 5 psi | 11.55 ft head | 3.52 |
| 10 psi | 23.1 ft head | 7.041 |
| 15 psi | 34.65 ft head | 10.561 |
| 20 psi | 46.2 ft head | 14.082 |
| 25 psi | 57.75 ft head | 17.602 |
| 30 psi | 69.3 ft head | 21.123 |
| 40 psi | 92.4 ft head | 28.164 |
| 50 psi | 115.5 ft head | 35.204 |
| 60 psi | 138.6 ft head | 42.245 |
| 80 psi | 184.8 ft head | 56.327 |
| 100 psi | 231 ft head | 70.409 |
| 120 psi | 277.2 ft head | 84.491 |
| 150 psi | 346.5 ft head | 105.613 |
| 200 psi | 462 ft head | 140.818 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pressure to Head, formulas, and typical use cases.
How do you convert psi to feet of head?
For water, feet of head is approximately psi multiplied by 2.31.
Why convert pressure to head?
Head units are often used in pump and piping calculations, making pressure-to-head conversion useful for system checks.
Can this be reversed from head to psi?
Yes. Divide feet of head by 2.31 to estimate psi for water.
Does this apply to all fluids?
This conversion is for water-equivalent head. Other fluids require density correction.
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