Torr to Bars Converter

To convert a measurement in torr to bars, multiply the value by 0.001333223684. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the pascal.

For example, to convert 5 Torr to bars: 5 × 0.001333223684 = 0.006666118421 bar.

A torr is a unit of pressure defined as 1/760 of a standard atmosphere, approximately equal to one millimeter of mercury (about 133.32 pascals). Named after Evangelista Torricelli, inventor of the barometer, the torr is used mainly in vacuum technology and laboratory work where low pressures are measured against a mercury column.

Common uses of torr include: Vacuum system measurements; Laboratory and analytical instruments; Semiconductor process chambers; Physiology and respiratory gas pressures.

A bar is a metric unit of pressure equal to exactly 100,000 pascals, roughly equal to atmospheric pressure at sea level. Introduced by Norwegian meteorologist Vilhelm Bjerknes, the bar takes its name from the Greek 'baros' (weight). Although not an SI unit, it remains popular in industry, diving, and weather because it is close to one atmosphere.

Common uses of bars include: Scuba diving depth and tank pressure; Industrial hydraulics and pneumatics; European tire and automotive pressure; Weather systems (via millibars).

Here are some common values converted:

1 Torr = 0.001333223684 bar 5 Torr = 0.006666118421 bar 10 Torr = 0.013332236842 bar 50 Torr = 0.066661184211 bar 100 Torr = 0.133322368421 bar