Convert Between Units of Volume Flow Rate
Volume flow rate conversions are common in hydraulic and HVAC systems.
About Volume Flow Rate Conversions
Helpful context and notes for converting Volume Flow Rate units.
Volume flow rate conversions are common in hydraulic and HVAC systems.
Flow rates are often expressed in gpm, cfs, L/s, or m³/s depending on region and discipline.
Confirm flow direction, reference conditions, and unit bases before applying converted values.
Frequently Asked Questions
Volume flow rate conversions are mathematically exact based on unit definitions.
Yes, for reference and comparison. Verify assumptions in final designs.
Volume flow rate measures volume per time, while mass flow rate accounts for density.
Regional standards and industry practices influence unit selection.
Yes. Flow behavior often depends on system conditions.
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Supported Units
Common and engineering-specific units supported for this conversion.
- cm3/s (centicubic meters/second)
- m3/s (cubic meters/second)
- dam3/s (decacubic meters/second)
- dm3/s (decicubic meters/second)
- Gm3/s (gigacubic meters/second)
- hm3/s (hectocubic meters/second)
- km3/s (kilocubic meters/second)
- Mm3/s (megacubic meters/second)
- μm3/s (microcubic meters/second)
- mm3/s (millicubic meters/second)
- nm3/s (nanocubic meters/second)
- pm3/s (picocubic meters/second)
- Tm3/s (teracubic meters/second)
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