Gpm To Lph

Flow Rate Conversion Formula:

\[ LPH = GPM \times 227.12470704 \]

Liters Per Hour (LPH):

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1. What is GPM to LPH Conversion?

The GPM to LPH conversion calculates flow rate from gallons per minute to liters per hour. This conversion is essential in various engineering, industrial, and scientific applications where fluid flow measurements need to be standardized across different unit systems.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the conversion formula:

\[ LPH = GPM \times 227.12470704 \]

Where:

\( GPM \) — Flow rate in gallons per minute
\( LPH \) — Flow rate in liters per hour
\( 227.12470704 \) — Conversion factor (1 gallon = 3.785411784 liters, 1 hour = 60 minutes)

Explanation: The conversion factor accounts for both volume conversion (gallons to liters) and time conversion (minutes to hours).

3. Importance of Flow Rate Conversion

Details: Accurate flow rate conversion is crucial for engineering calculations, pump sizing, hydraulic system design, and international standardization of fluid flow measurements across different industries.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the flow rate in gallons per minute (GPM). The value must be positive. The calculator will automatically convert it to liters per hour (LPH) with high precision.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is the conversion factor 227.12470704?
A: This factor combines gallon to liter conversion (1 gallon = 3.785411784 liters) and minutes to hours conversion (60 minutes = 1 hour): 3.785411784 × 60 = 227.12470704.

Q2: What are common applications of GPM to LPH conversion?
A: Used in water treatment plants, irrigation systems, fuel flow measurements, chemical processing, and hydraulic engineering projects.

Q3: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion uses precise constants and provides results accurate to 4 decimal places, suitable for most engineering applications.

Q4: Can I convert LPH back to GPM?
A: Yes, use the inverse formula: GPM = LPH ÷ 227.12470704 or GPM = LPH × 0.00440287.

Q5: Are there different types of gallons that affect conversion?
A: This calculator uses US gallons. Imperial gallons (UK) have a different conversion factor (1 imperial gallon = 4.54609 liters).