Plumbing Unit Converter: Pressure, Flow, Length & Temperature
Convert plumbing pressure, flow, physical dimensions and temperature when comparing sanitary ware specifications. Choose the correct source and output units, including US or Imperial gallons, and keep the measurement context with the converted value.
For plumbers, sanitary ware buyers, installers and engineers. Choose a gallon definition, enter a number and use Swap to reverse the conversion.
Copy the Unit with the Result
A conversion is only useful when its unit and reference are retained. Copy both the entered and converted values into the product brief. Physical millimetres and inches describe measured length; nominal pipe-thread designations need their own connection record.
Water pressure
barpsi
Flow rate
L/minUS GPM
Dimensions
mminch
Temperature
°C°F
Calculations stay on your device. Specify US or Imperial GPM. mm / inch converts physical length, not nominal G, BSP, NPT or DN pipe sizes. Pressure conversion preserves the gauge or absolute reference of the input.
Unit conversion changes how a value is expressed. It does not establish product compatibility or an operating rating.
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Conversion formulas
Choose the unit and decimal display you need, then copy the result or add it to your enquiry. The decimal setting controls the displayed precision.
Pressure, flow, actual length and temperature
Units
Forward
Reverse
bar / psi
psi = bar × 100000 / 6894.757293168361
bar = psi × 6894.757293168361 / 100000
L/min / US GPM
GPM = L/min ÷ 3.785411784
L/min = GPM × 3.785411784
L/min / Imperial GPM
GPM = L/min ÷ 4.54609
L/min = GPM × 4.54609
mm / inch
inch = mm ÷ 25.4
mm = inch × 25.4
°C / °F
°F = °C × 9/5 + 32
°C = (°F − 32) × 5/9
Quick reference for shower specifications
3 bar ≈ 43.51 psi
9.5 L/min ≈ 2.51 US GPM or 2.09 Imperial GPM
25.4 mm = 1 inch of actual length
38 °C = 100.4 °F
Use the same units and pressure reference when comparing product sheets. A converted number does not establish a product operating limit, flow rating or installation compatibility.
Definitions and sources
Factors follow the international inch, international pound, standard gravity, US liquid gallon and Imperial gallon definitions. See NIST unit conversion tables. The psi factor used here is derived from the defining pound, gravity and inch values rather than the shortened table display.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does converting half an inch to millimetres identify a G1/2 thread?
No. Physical length conversion does not determine nominal thread dimensions or compatibility. Use the thread designation and model drawing.
Does GPM mean US or Imperial gallons per minute?
Both definitions are used. Choose the gallon definition in the calculator: one US liquid gallon is 3.785411784 litres, while one Imperial gallon is 4.54609 litres. State the definition when comparing flow specifications.
Is a G1/2 connection physically half an inch across?
G1/2 is a nominal thread designation, not a direct physical-length conversion. Use the relevant thread standard, pitch, diameter and sealing arrangement to check compatibility. This calculator converts actual length only.
Does converting bar to PSI change gauge pressure into absolute pressure?
No. Unit conversion preserves the pressure reference of the input. Changing between gauge and absolute pressure requires separate information about the reference pressure.
Are my calculation inputs saved or sent anywhere?
Calculations run in your browser. If you choose Use in Enquiry, the result is saved with your product selection in this browser for up to 90 days. Calculation inputs are not sent to visitor analytics. Contact details and the quotation message are only shared when you choose a sending option.
Open-source converter
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