UnitConFlow (Volumetric)
Volumetric flow rate measures the volume of fluid moving past a point per unit time. It is used in plumbing, HVAC, irrigation, process engineering, and ventilation design. This converter helps compare liquid and gas flow units across SI and customary systems. It is useful for both household and industrial applications.
Common conversions
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 1 US Gallon per Minute | 3.785412 Liter per Minute |
| 1 Cubic Foot per Minute | 0.4719474 Liter per Second |
| 1 Cubic Meter per Second | 60,000 Liter per Minute |
| 10 Liter per Minute | 2.641721 US Gallon per Minute |
| 2 US Gallon per Minute | 7.570824 Liter per Minute |
Frequently asked questions
Multiply US gallons per minute by 3.78541 to get liters per minute. That is a common conversion for plumbing fixtures and pumps.
Many modern kitchen faucets are in the low gallons-per-minute range. The exact value depends on design, local codes, and whether an aerator is installed.
CFM, or cubic feet per minute, is widely used for air flow. It appears in HVAC, ventilation, blowers, and air compressor specifications.