Convert Millimeters of Mercury (mmHg) to Bars (bar)
Converting millimeters of mercury (mmHg) to bars (bar) is essential for various applications, including scientific research and engineering. With the conversion factor of 1 mmHg = 0.00133322 bar, you can easily translate pressure measurements between these two units. Whether you're working with atmospheric pressure or in a laboratory setting, our converter simplifies the task.
Conversion Formula
Reverse: mmHg = bar × 750.064
Conversion Examples
Millimeter of Mercury to Bar Table
| Millimeter of Mercury (mmHg) | Bar (bar) | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0.133322 | 9/64 |
| 200 | 0.266644 | 17/64 |
| 300 | 0.399966 | 13/32 |
| 400 | 0.533288 | 17/32 |
| 500 | 0.66661 | 43/64 |
| 600 | 0.799932 | 51/64 |
| 700 | 0.933254 | 15/16 |
| 800 | 1.066576 | 1 1/16 |
| 900 | 1.199898 | 1 13/64 |
| 1,000 | 1.33322 | 1 21/64 |
| 1,100 | 1.466542 | 1 15/32 |
| 1,200 | 1.599864 | 1 19/32 |
| 1,300 | 1.733186 | 1 47/64 |
| 1,400 | 1.866508 | 1 55/64 |
| 1,500 | 1.99983 | — |
| 1,600 | 2.133152 | 2 9/64 |
| 1,700 | 2.266474 | 2 17/64 |
| 1,800 | 2.399796 | 2 13/32 |
| 1,900 | 2.533118 | 2 17/32 |
| 2,000 | 2.66644 | 2 43/64 |
Unit Definitions
What is a Millimeter of Mercury (mmHg)?
A millimeter of mercury (mmHg) is a unit of pressure defined as the pressure exerted by a column of mercury exactly one millimeter high.
History
The mmHg unit originated from the use of mercury in barometers and other pressure measurement devices in the 17th century. It became a standard in medicine, especially for blood pressure readings.
Current Use
Today, mmHg is widely used in medical settings to measure blood pressure and in scientific applications to report atmospheric pressure.
What is a Bar (bar)?
A bar is a metric unit of pressure defined as 100,000 pascals, which is slightly less than the average atmospheric pressure at sea level.
History
The bar was introduced in the 20th century as a convenient unit for measuring pressure in various scientific and engineering fields, gaining popularity over time.
Current Use
Currently, the bar is commonly used in meteorology, engineering, and various industrial applications to represent pressure levels.