What Is This Tool?
This conversion tool enables users to convert volumetric flow rates from cubic centimeters per hour (a unit for very low fluid flow) to gallons (UK) per second, which represents an imperial volumetric flow rate. It supports precise conversion suitable for various medical, laboratory, and industrial needs.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in cubic centimeters per hour that you want to convert.
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Select cubic centimeter/hour as the input unit and gallon (UK)/second as the output unit.
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Click the convert button to view the equivalent flow rate in gallons (UK) per second.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rate from cubic centimeters/hour to gallon (UK)/second with precise conversion factors.
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Supports very low flow rate measurements common in medical and microfluidic applications.
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Translates metric micro flow units to imperial units used in older British waterworks and industrial systems.
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Browser-based and easy to use without requiring installation.
Examples
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100 cubic centimeters/hour converts to approximately 6.11×10⁻⁶ gallon (UK)/second.
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500 cubic centimeters/hour converts to roughly 3.06×10⁻⁵ gallon (UK)/second.
Common Use Cases
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Setting and reporting very low infusion rates in neonatal or drug microdosing pumps.
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Specifying flow rates in microfluidic experiments and precision pumping systems.
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Measuring small leak or dispensing rates for lubricants and adhesives in engineering tests.
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Reporting flows in water supply, firefighting systems, or industrial processes using imperial units.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the input flow rate values are accurately measured in cubic centimeters per hour for correct conversion.
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Confirm unit consistency to avoid errors when switching between metric and imperial systems.
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Use this conversion primarily for low flow rate measurements where cubic centimeters/hour are applicable.
Limitations
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Conversion deals with very small numbers due to the scale difference, possibly causing rounding issues if precision is insufficient.
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Best suited for low flow rates; not ideal for high flow scenarios where other units apply better.
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Users should keep unit systems consistent to prevent misinterpretation or reporting errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does cubic centimeter/hour measure?
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It measures volumetric flow rate representing how many cubic centimeters of fluid pass a point per hour, used for very low steady flows.
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When is gallon (UK)/second typically used?
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It is used for volumetric flow rates in systems that reference imperial units, such as older British waterworks, firefighting systems, and certain industrial applications.
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Why convert cubic centimeters/hour to gallon (UK)/second?
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Converting helps translate precise small-scale metric flow measurements into imperial flow rates needed for compatibility and accurate reporting in different regional or industrial contexts.
Key Terminology
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Cubic centimeter/hour
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing one cubic centimeter of fluid flow per hour, commonly used for very low flow rates.
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Gallon (UK)/second
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An imperial volumetric flow rate unit representing one UK gallon flowing per second.
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Volumetric flow rate
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The quantity of fluid passing through a point or area per unit time, often measured in volume units per time.