What Is This Tool?
This converter translates volumetric flow rates from liters per day (L/d) to milliliters per hour (mL/h). It helps users convert daily fluid volumes into hourly rates for accurate and continuous dosing, widely used in medical infusions, laboratory measurements, and environmental monitoring.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in liters per day [L/d].
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Select liter/day as the source unit and milliliter/hour as the target unit.
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Click convert to get the equivalent flow rate in milliliters per hour [mL/h].
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Review the converted value for precise fluid rate applications.
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Use the examples provided as guidance for typical conversions.
Key Features
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Converts flow rates from liter/day to milliliter/hour units.
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Provides unit definitions and common usage contexts.
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Includes example calculations for easy understanding.
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Browser-based and accessible without additional software.
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Ideal for medical, laboratory, and environmental applications.
Examples
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2 L/d equals 83.3333 mL/h by multiplying 2 × 41.6667.
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0.5 L/d converts to 20.8333 mL/h following the conversion factor.
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Use the formula: 1 L/d = 41.6666666667 mL/h for any value calculation.
Common Use Cases
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Calculating precise infusion pump rates in healthcare.
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Controlling reagent flow rates in laboratory and microreactor setups.
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Monitoring small-scale wastewater or chemical dosing in environmental engineering.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the flow distribution is uniform over time for accurate results.
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Use this conversion primarily for low to moderate flow rates.
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Double-check measurement units before conversion to avoid errors.
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Refer to unit definitions to understand application contexts.
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Consider the limitations related to pulsatile or intermittent flows.
Limitations
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Assumes a steady and uniform flow with no interruption.
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May not accurately represent non-continuous or pulsating flow rates.
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Best suited for low to moderate flow scenarios, not large industrial flows.
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Measurement accuracy can affect precision, particularly at very low flows.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why convert from liters per day to milliliters per hour?
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Converting to milliliters per hour provides a more precise rate for continuous fluid delivery, especially important in medical, laboratory, and environmental applications requiring slow and steady dosing.
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Can I use this conversion for large-scale industrial flow measurements?
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This converter is mainly designed for low to moderate flow applications and may not be practical for large industrial flows due to its unit scale and assumptions.
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Does this conversion account for fluctuations in flow rates?
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No. The conversion assumes a uniform flow distribution and may not accurately reflect intermittent or pulsatile flow conditions.
Key Terminology
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Liter per day [L/d]
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing the volume in liters moved or delivered each day, commonly used for low-to-moderate flow applications.
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Milliliter per hour [mL/h]
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A volumetric flow rate unit indicating the volume in milliliters transported or dispensed each hour, used for precise, slow flow delivery.
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Volumetric flow rate
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The measurement of volume of fluid passing through a given surface per unit of time.