Flow Rate Converter Calculator

Convert flow rate measurements between different units quickly and accurately. This calculator supports common flow rate units including cubic meters per second (m³/s), liters per minute (L/min), gallons per minute (gal/min), and cubic feet per minute (ft³/min).

Understanding Flow Rate Units

Flow rate measures the volume of fluid passing through a given point per unit time. Different industries and applications use different units:

• Cubic meters per second (m³/s): The SI unit for volumetric flow rate
• Liters per minute (L/min): Common in industrial and domestic applications
• Gallons per minute (gal/min): Widely used in US and UK
• Cubic feet per minute (ft³/min): Common in HVAC and industrial applications

Common Conversions

Here are some useful flow rate conversion factors:

• 1 m³/s = 60,000 L/min
• 1 m³/s = 15,850.3 gal/min
• 1 m³/s = 2,118.88 ft³/min
• 1 gal/min = 3.78541 L/min

Applications

Flow rate conversion is essential in many fields:

1. Plumbing: Pipe sizing and system design
2. HVAC: Air flow calculations
3. Industrial Processing: Manufacturing and chemical processes
4. Water Treatment: System capacity planning
5. Oil & Gas: Pipeline calculations
6. Agriculture: Irrigation system design

Using the Calculator

1. Enter a flow rate value in any unit
2. The calculator automatically converts to all other units
3. Results are shown with appropriate precision

Common Flow Rates

For reference, here are some typical flow rates:

• Household faucet: 2-3 gal/min
• Garden hose: 5-10 gal/min
• Fire hydrant: 350-500 gal/min
• Small stream: 28-283 L/min
• Industrial pump: 100-1000 m³/h

Tips for Accurate Conversion

• Double-check your input units
• Consider the scale of your application
• Use appropriate precision for your needs
• Remember that flow rates can vary with pressure and temperature

Technical Note

The conversions provided assume ideal conditions. In real-world applications, factors such as pressure, temperature, and fluid properties may affect actual flow rates. For critical applications, consider these factors and consult relevant engineering standards.