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Blood pressure systolic
120 mmHg
Storm center
950 hPa
Natural gas line
0.25 psi
Atmospheric pressure
101.325 kPa
Hydraulic system
2000 psi
Scuba tank
3000 psi
Formula
bar = atm × 1.01325
Example
Example: convert 120 atmospheres to bar.
120 atm = 121.59 bar
Conversion table
| atmospheres (atm) | bar (bar) |
|---|---|
| 1 atm | 1.01325 bar |
| 2 atm | 2.0265 bar |
| 5 atm | 5.06625 bar |
| 10 atm | 10.1325 bar |
| 20 atm | 20.265 bar |
| 50 atm | 50.6625 bar |
| 100 atm | 101.325 bar |
Explanation
These are both units.
How to convert atmospheres to bar
- Start with the value in atmospheres (atm).
- Multiply it by 1.01325.
- The result is the measurement in bar (bar).
Example: 120 atm → 121.59 bar
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 120 atmospheres in bar?
120 atmospheres equals 121.59 bar.
How many bar is 1 atmosphere?
1 atmosphere equals 1.01325 bar.
How many atmospheres is 1 bar?
1 bar is about 0.986923 atmospheres.
What is the difference between atmospheres and bar?
Both measure pressure, but they are commonly used in different contexts. Atmospheres are used as a reference for standard atmospheric pressure. Bar are commonly used in industry and some technical contexts.
Where are atmospheres and bar used?
In practice: Atmospheres are used as a reference for standard atmospheric pressure. Bar are commonly used in industry and some technical contexts.
Why does 1 atmosphere equal 1.01325 bar?
Because pressure units are defined with a fixed relationship (often relative to the pascal). To convert, multiply by that factor.