What Is This Tool?
This tool converts flow rates from ounce (UK) per hour, a unit measuring low mass flow, into cubic centimeters per second, which denotes small volumetric flow rates useful in various scientific and medical fields.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in ounce (UK)/hour that you wish to convert.
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Select the correct units for both input and output to ensure proper conversion.
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Click convert to see the equivalent flow in cubic centimeters per second.
Key Features
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Converts low-rate mass flow units to volumetric flow units quickly.
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Supports precise unit conversion for applications like micro-dosing and laboratory dosing.
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Browser-based and easy to use with clear input and output fields.
Examples
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1 oz (UK)/h converts to 0.0078925179 cm³/s.
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10 oz (UK)/h equals 0.078925179 cm³/s.
Common Use Cases
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Precise dosing of chemicals and reagents in labs using low flow rates.
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Calibration of small metering devices in pharmaceuticals and specialty manufacturing.
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Medical infusion pump rate determination and microfluidic experiments.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure fluid density remains constant for accurate conversion between mass and volume rates.
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Use high precision measurement tools for handling very low flow rates.
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Double-check unit selections to avoid errors in conversion results.
Limitations
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Conversion assumes fluid density does not change which may not always be true.
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Changes in temperature or fluid composition can impact volumetric measurements.
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Measuring extremely low flow rates demands specialized, accurate instruments.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does ounce (UK)/hour measure?
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It measures a very low mass flow rate representing the passage of one UK avoirdupois ounce per hour.
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Is cubic centimeter/second equivalent to milliliters per second?
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Yes, both represent the same volumetric flow rate of fluid passing a point each second.
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Why is this conversion important?
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It helps translate mass flow rates into volumetric terms, essential for dosing, calibration, and formulation processes.
Key Terminology
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ounce (UK)/hour
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A unit of mass flow rate representing one UK avoirdupois ounce passing per hour.
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cubic centimeter/second
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A unit of volumetric flow rate equal to one cubic centimeter passing a point each second.
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mass flow rate
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The amount of mass passing through a point or area per unit time.