Convert Torr to Inches of Mercury
Convert Torr (Torr) to Inches of Mercury (inHg) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
inHg = Torr × 0.03937007313
About Torr
The torr is defined as exactly 1/760 of a standard atmosphere ≈ 133.322 Pa - effectively replacing mmHg with an exact definition. Named after Evangelista Torricelli (1608-1647), inventor of the barometer. Vacuum science universally uses torr: rough vacuum 760-1 torr; medium vacuum 1-10⁻³ torr; high vacuum 10⁻³-10⁻⁷ torr; ultra-high vacuum below 10⁻⁹ torr. UHV systems for surface science, particle accelerator beam tubes, and space simulation chambers reach 10⁻¹¹-10⁻¹² torr. 1 torr = 133.322 Pa.
About Inches of Mercury
One inch of mercury (inHg) ≈ 3,386 Pa - the primary barometric pressure unit in US aviation and meteorology. ASOS weather stations, METARs, and altimeter settings in the US report in inHg. Standard sea-level pressure is 29.92 inHg. Altimeters are set to local QNH in inHg to maintain altitude reference. US barometers for home weather stations display inHg. Typical pressure range: 28.5-31.0 inHg in continental weather systems. Record low: ~25.70 inHg (Typhoon Tip, 1979). 1 inHg = 3,386.39 Pa.
Quick Reference Table
| Torr (Torr) | Inches of Mercury (inHg) |
|---|---|
| 1 Torr | 0.0393701 inHg |
| 2 Torr | 0.0787401 inHg |
| 5 Torr | 0.19685 inHg |
| 10 Torr | 0.393701 inHg |
| 25 Torr | 0.984252 inHg |
| 50 Torr | 1.9685 inHg |
| 100 Torr | 3.93701 inHg |