What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow rates measured in liters per hour into cubic feet per minute, enabling easy conversion of volumetric liquid flow rates to volumetric gas or air flow rates for various engineering and industrial uses.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in liter/hour in the input field
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Select liter/hour [L/h] as the source unit and cubic foot/minute [ft³/min] as the target unit
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent flow rate in cubic foot/minute
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Review the output and use the values for engineering or industrial calculations
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rates from liter/hour to cubic foot/minute
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Uses a precise conversion factor for accurate volumetric flow conversion
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Supports applications in HVAC, industrial ventilation, and fluid process control
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface for quick conversions
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Shows examples to illustrate conversion calculations
Examples
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Convert 10 L/h: 10 × 0.0005885778 = 0.005885778 ft³/min
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Convert 100 L/h: 100 × 0.0005885778 = 0.05885778 ft³/min
Common Use Cases
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Specifying fuel consumption rates in small engines and portable generators
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Setting chemical dosing rates in laboratories and industrial processes
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Designing and analyzing HVAC system airflow and ventilation rates
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Measuring pneumatic tool air delivery and compressor output
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Sizing ductwork and industrial ventilation components
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure consistent units and measurement conditions during conversion
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Remember conversions assume ideal flow and standard conditions
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Consider fluid properties and compressibility when converting between liquids and gases
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Use this tool for initial estimations and verify with detailed engineering calculations
Limitations
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The units represent volumetric flow of different media, so conversions assume standard temperature and pressure
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Does not account for compressibility or temperature variations affecting flow rates
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Accuracy depends on steady flow conditions and consistent fluid characteristics
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Conversion between liquid and gas flows requires further context-specific adjustments
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does liter/hour measure in flow rate?
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Liter per hour (L/h) measures the volume of liquid passing a point each hour, often used for low to moderate continuous liquid flow rates.
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Where is cubic foot/minute commonly used?
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Cubic foot per minute (ft³/min) is typically used to quantify airflow volume in ducts, ventilation systems, and pneumatic equipment.
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Can I convert between liquid flow and air flow using this tool directly?
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Conversions are volumetric and assume standard conditions; converting between liquid and air flows may require further adjustments for compressibility and fluid properties.
Key Terminology
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Liter/hour [L/h]
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A volumetric flow rate unit measuring the volume of liquid flowing per hour, used for low to moderate liquid flow rates.
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Cubic foot/minute [ft³/min]
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A volumetric flow rate unit denoting the volume of fluid, usually air, passing a cross-section per minute, common in HVAC and pneumatic systems.
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Volumetric Flow Rate
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The volume of fluid passing through a given surface per unit time.