Psia
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Psia is a noun meaning Initialism of pounds per square inch absolute (an imperial unit of absolute, not relative, pressure; meaning total resultant pressure, including atmospheric or other ambient pressure).
Meaning
Initialism of pounds per square inch absolute (an imperial unit of absolute, not relative, pressure; meaning total resultant pressure, including atmospheric or other ambient pressure).
Example Sentences
Double base propellants often require ignition pressures of as much as 400 psia to avoid the problem of chuffing or hangfires.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include psig, torr, psi, millibar, overpressure, manometer.
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