What Is This Tool?
This tool converts volumetric flow rates from gallon (US) per minute, a common unit in North American fluid flow measurements, into liter per second, an SI unit used widely in engineering and laboratory settings.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in gallon (US) per minute
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Select gallon (US)/minute as the input unit
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Choose liter/second [L/s] as the output unit
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Click convert to see the equivalent flow rate in liters per second
Key Features
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Converts gallon (US)/minute to liter/second instantly
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Uses accurate conversion factor based on standard definitions
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Supports applications in plumbing, HVAC, laboratory, and industrial processes
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Browser-based and easy to use without any installations
Examples
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5 gallon (US)/minute equals 0.315450982 liter/second
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10 gallon (US)/minute equals 0.630901964 liter/second
Common Use Cases
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Specifying pump and sprinkler system capacities in plumbing
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Measuring cooling tower and HVAC water circulation rates
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Calculating fuel transfer rates in automotive applications
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Quantifying water flow from taps and small fixtures in labs
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Expressing ventilation rates for indoor air quality control
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure correct unit selections before converting
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Use conversions to facilitate international engineering communications
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Maintain precision by using standardized conversion factors
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Consider flow conditions separately as they affect measurements
Limitations
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Regional unit preferences may cause misinterpretation if not converted properly
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Conversion factors must be kept precise for scientific and engineering contexts
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Does not account for temperature or pressure effects on flow volume
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the conversion rate from gallon (US)/minute to liter/second?
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1 gallon (US)/minute equals 0.0630901964 liter/second.
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In which fields is converting gallon (US)/minute to liter/second useful?
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It is useful in plumbing, HVAC system design, laboratory flow measurements, irrigation planning, automotive fuel transfer, and building services engineering.
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Does this conversion consider temperature or pressure?
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No, this simple conversion factor does not account for temperature or pressure effects on flow volume.
Key Terminology
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Gallon (US)/minute (gpm)
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A unit measuring volumetric flow rate as the number of U.S. liquid gallons passing a point each minute.
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Liter per second (L/s)
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A unit representing the volume flow rate of one litre passing through a cross-section every second.
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Volumetric flow rate
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The quantity of fluid passing through a specified area per unit time.