Pressure
psitoMPa
Convert pounds-force per square inch (psi) to megapascals (MPa).
Factor1 psi = 0.006894757 MPa
Converter
psi
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
MPa
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
MPa = psi × 0.006894757
Multiply any value in pounds-force per square inch by 0.006894757 to obtain the value in megapascals.
Worked example
Convert 1450 psi to MPa.
- 01Start with 1450 psi.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1450 × 0.006894757 = 9.9974 MPa.
Result1450 psi = 9.9974 MPa
Conversion table
| psi | MPa |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0068948 |
| 2 | 0.01379 |
| 5 | 0.034474 |
| 10 | 0.068948 |
| 20 | 0.1379 |
| 50 | 0.34474 |
| 100 | 0.68948 |
| 200 | 1.379 |
| 500 | 3.4474 |
| 1000 | 6.8948 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from psi to MPa?
1 psi equals 0.006894757 MPa. To convert, multiply the value in pounds-force per square inch by 0.006894757.
How do I convert 1 psi to MPa?
1 psi = 0.00689476 MPa. For any value, multiply by 0.006894757.
How do I convert MPa back to psi?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 145.0377. So 1 MPa = 145.038 psi.
When would I need to convert pound-force per square inch to megapascal?
Pressure conversions between psi and MPa are common when working with mixed-vendor instrumentation, when piping codes use different units to process datasheets, or when converting field readings into SI for hydraulic calculations.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).