Pascal (Pa) to Bar Converter
High-precision pressure conversion from Pascals to Bars. Supports scientific notation and decimal accuracy for hydraulics, engineering, and meteorology.
About
Pressure measurements in industrial hydraulics and meteorology often differ in their base units. The Pascal (Pa) is the standard SI unit but is relatively small for high-pressure applications. Engineers typically prefer the Bar (bar), which is approximately equal to atmospheric pressure at sea level. Accurate conversion is vital when calibrating pressure relief valves or interpreting weather station data, where a decimal error could compromise system safety or forecast models.
This tool performs a direct, high-precision transformation. Unlike general search engines that may round values aggressively, this converter supports scientific notation (e.g., 2.5e6) and maintains decimal fidelity for laboratory-grade requirements.
Formulas
The Bar is a metric unit of pressure, but not part of the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as exactly 100,000 Pascals.
In scientific notation:
Reference Data
| Pressure (Pa) | Pressure (bar) | Common Context |
|---|---|---|
| 100,000 Pa | 1 bar | Standard Atmospheric Pressure (approx) |
| 1,000,000 Pa | 10 bar | Typical Pneumatic Air Line |
| 10,000,000 Pa | 100 bar | Industrial Hydraulics |
| 1 Pa | 0.00001 bar | Very Low Vacuum |
| 101,325 Pa | 1.01325 bar | Standard Atmosphere (1 atm) |
| 200,000 Pa | 2 bar | Car Tire (Approx 29 PSI) |
| 5,000 Pa | 0.05 bar | HVAC Duct Static Pressure |