What Is This Tool?
This tool converts volumetric flow rates from gallon (US) per minute to gallon (US) per second, helping users translate flow measurements for various engineering, plumbing, and industrial applications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in gallon (US)/minute.
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Select gallon (US)/second as the target unit.
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Click convert to get the equivalent flow rate per second.
Key Features
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Simple conversion between gallon (US)/minute and gallon (US)/second
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Browser-based and easy to use without installation
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Supports applications in plumbing, HVAC, irrigation, and industrial settings
Examples
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60 gallon (US)/minute equals 1 gallon (US)/second.
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10 gallon (US)/minute equals 0.166666667 gallon (US)/second.
Common Use Cases
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Specifying pump capacities and sprinkler flow rates in plumbing.
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Evaluating cooling tower water circulation in HVAC systems.
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Measuring fuel transfer rates in automotive applications.
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Sizing firefighting pump discharge and large irrigation valves.
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Estimating throughput of short-duration liquid transfers like tanker unloading.
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify steady-state flow conditions when applying conversions.
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Consider measurement resolution and flow fluctuations for accuracy.
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Use conversions to switch between per-minute and per-second flow assessments for better temporal analysis.
Limitations
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The gallon (US)/second unit measures much larger flows than gallon (US)/minute.
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Conversions assume steady flow and may not capture transient or pulsatile effects.
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Precision may be affected by real-world flow variations and measurement limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does gallon (US)/minute measure?
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It measures the volume of U.S. liquid gallons passing a point each minute, used in residential, commercial plumbing, HVAC, and automotive contexts.
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When should I convert to gallon (US)/second?
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Use gallon (US)/second for applications requiring higher temporal resolution or for specifying high-capacity pumps and industrial processes.
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Is the conversion rate constant?
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Yes, 1 gallon (US)/minute equals 0.0166666667 gallon (US)/second.
Key Terminology
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Gallon (US)/minute
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A unit of volumetric flow rate representing the number of U.S. liquid gallons passing a point each minute.
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Gallon (US)/second
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A volumetric flow rate unit equal to one U.S. liquid gallon passing a point every second.
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Flow rate
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The volume of fluid passing through a given point per unit of time.