PSI to Feet of Head Calculator

Convert PSI to feet of head for water pressure, pump head, plumbing systems, irrigation lines, pressure tanks, and water supply planning. This calculator also shows meters of head, kPa, bar, pressure difference, and adjusted outlet head after pressure loss.

Calculate PSI to Feet of Head

Feet of Head = PSI × 2.31.
Your result will appear here.

How the PSI to feet of head calculator works

PSI to head:
The calculator multiplies water pressure in PSI by 2.31 to estimate feet of head.

Adjusted head:
The calculator subtracts pressure loss and elevation effect to estimate remaining outlet head.

Head difference:
The calculator compares available pressure head to a target pressure head.

Why use a PSI to feet of head calculator?

This calculator helps convert water pressure into pump head, static head, or pressure head for plumbing and water system planning.

It can help compare PSI, feet of head, meters of head, kPa, bar, adjusted outlet head, elevation change, pressure loss, and target pressure.

What your result means

Your result shows estimated feet of head from water pressure. It can also show adjusted head after pressure loss and elevation change. These are planning estimates only. Real systems can vary based on pipe size, pipe length, fittings, valves, filters, pump performance, elevation, and fixture demand.

PSI to feet of head formulas

Frequently asked questions

How many feet of head is 1 PSI?

For water, 1 PSI is about 2.31 feet of head.

How do you convert PSI to feet of head?

Multiply PSI by 2.31. For example, 60 PSI × 2.31 = 138.6 feet of head.

Why convert PSI to feet of head?

Feet of head is commonly used when comparing pump performance, static pressure, elevation, and water system pressure.

Is this PSI to feet of head calculator exact?

This calculator uses a standard water conversion. Real system results can vary with fluid type, temperature, elevation, pipe friction, and system layout.