What Is This Tool?
This unit converter helps you translate volumetric flow rates from cubic foot per hour (ft^3/h) to cubic meter per hour (m^3/h). These units measure the volume of fluid passing through a system per hour and are frequently applied across industrial, HVAC, and fluid management sectors.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in cubic foot/hour (ft^3/h).
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Select cubic meter/hour (m^3/h) as the unit to convert to.
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Apply the conversion formula or let the tool compute the equivalent value automatically.
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Review the converted flow rate expressed in cubic meter/hour.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rates between cubic foot/hour and cubic meter/hour units.
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Provides a straightforward formula and conversion factor for accurate calculations.
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Useful for engineering applications involving gases and liquids.
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Supports common use cases in HVAC, pipeline flow, pump sizing, and irrigation systems.
Examples
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Convert 10 cubic foot/hour: 10 × 0.0283168466 = 0.283168466 cubic meter/hour.
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Convert 50 cubic foot/hour: 50 × 0.0283168466 = 1.41584233 cubic meter/hour.
Common Use Cases
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Specifying ventilation or exhaust flow rates in rooms and ductwork.
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Measuring gas flows such as natural gas or compressed air in pipelines.
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Sizing pumps, blowers, and filters in industrial flow systems.
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Determining pump and compressor capacity for water and wastewater applications.
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Designing HVAC systems and ventilation for buildings and industrial setups.
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Describing pipeline and process flow rates in fluid handling and irrigation.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure consistent unit use when designing or analyzing flow systems.
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Use this conversion when comparing or specifying equipment to metric standards.
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Be mindful that the tool assumes volumetric flow rates are steady during conversion.
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Verify flow conditions, especially for compressible gases where pressure and temperature vary.
Limitations
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Conversion applies only to steady volumetric flow rates without accounting for fluid density changes.
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Not suitable for compressible gases experiencing significant pressure or temperature variations.
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Does not handle flow rate fluctuations or transient conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does cubic foot/hour measure?
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It measures the volume of one cubic foot of fluid passing a point or through a cross-section per hour, representing volumetric flow rate.
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When should I convert to cubic meter/hour?
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Convert to cubic meter/hour to express flow rates in metric units commonly used in engineering and international standards.
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Can this conversion be used for compressible gases under varying conditions?
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No, the conversion assumes steady flow and does not account for changes in fluid density or compressibility caused by pressure or temperature shifts.
Key Terminology
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Cubic foot per hour [ft^3/h]
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing one cubic foot of fluid passing a point in one hour.
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Cubic meter per hour [m^3/h]
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A metric volumetric flow rate unit representing one cubic meter of fluid passing a point in one hour.
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Volumetric flow rate
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The measurement of the volume of fluid passing through a section per unit of time.