Which units does this converter support?

It supports various mass flow units including kilogram per second, pound per hour, metric ton per day, slug per second, ounce per minute, and others commonly used in industrial and scientific settings.

How does the converter perform its calculations?

It uses direct conversion factors between units without relying on a single base unit, ensuring accurate and straightforward conversions.

Can the tool account for pressure and temperature effects on flow?

No, the converter only performs unit conversions and does not consider ambient or system conditions like pressure or temperature.

Online Flow Mass Units Converter

Learn how to convert from other 30 flow mass units to kilogram/second [kg/s]

What Is This Tool?

This tool converts values between various units measuring mass flow rate, such as kilograms per second, pounds per hour, and metric tons per day. It is designed to assist professionals in fields like chemical engineering, HVAC, automotive, and industrial manufacturing.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the mass flow value you want to convert into the input field.
Select the unit of the input value from the available mass flow units.
Choose the desired output unit for conversion.
Click the convert button to get the result instantly.
Review and optionally round the output based on your precision needs.

Key Features

Supports conversion between multiple mass flow rate units including kg/s, lb/h, t/day, and others.
Uses direct unit-to-unit conversion factors without relying on a single base unit.
Offers precise conversions with optional rounding for engineering accuracy.
Easy-to-use, browser-based interface for fast calculations.
Covers common and less typical units such as slug per second and ounce per minute.

Examples

Convert 1 kilogram per second (kg/s) to kilograms per hour (kg/h): Result is 3600 kg/h.
Convert 10 pounds per minute (lb/min) to pounds per hour (lb/h): Result is 272.155 lb/h.

Common Use Cases

Process engineering where accurate mass flow measurement is essential.
Fuel system flow rate conversions in HVAC and automotive applications.
Chemical dosing and injection requiring precise low-rate mass flow conversions.
Industrial manufacturing and bulk material handling involving large-scale flow rates.
Environmental monitoring and scientific laboratory mass flow measurements.

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure to select the correct input and output units relevant to your process.
Use the optional rounding feature to match your required level of precision.
Remember that actual mass flow depends on factors like pressure and temperature, which are not accounted for in this converter.
Cross-check converted values when applying to critical engineering systems.
Use this tool for quick unit conversions rather than detailed system analysis.

Limitations

Does not account for the influence of system pressure, temperature, or material properties on mass flow.
Conversion results are based only on unit differences and do not reflect real-world system variations.
Not designed for batch conversions or automatic unit detection.
Does not include units outside the specified list of supported mass flow rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which units does this converter support?: It supports various mass flow units including kilogram per second, pound per hour, metric ton per day, slug per second, ounce per minute, and others commonly used in industrial and scientific settings.
How does the converter perform its calculations?: It uses direct conversion factors between units without relying on a single base unit, ensuring accurate and straightforward conversions.
Can the tool account for pressure and temperature effects on flow?: No, the converter only performs unit conversions and does not consider ambient or system conditions like pressure or temperature.

Key Terminology

Kilogram per Second (kg/s): SI unit measuring mass flow per second.
Slug per Second (slug/s): Scientific imperial unit used in some physics and engineering contexts.
Metric Ton per Day (t/day): Unit used for large-scale plant output and processing systems.

Quick Knowledge Check

Which of these units is NOT supported by the converter?

Kilogram per Second (kg/s)

Slug per Minute (slug/min)

Liter per Minute (L/min)

What is the unit for mass flow commonly used in HVAC fuel flow?

Pound per Hour (lb/h)

Gram per Second (g/s)

Ounce per Second (oz/s)

How does this tool handle conversion factors?

Uses direct unit-to-unit conversion factors

Relies on a standard base unit

Estimates conversion using approximations