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The conversion from liters per minute (L/min) to gallons per minute (GPM) is a common flow rate conversion used in various engineering, industrial, and scientific applications to convert between metric and imperial/US customary units.
The conversion uses the following formula:
Where:
Explanation: One US gallon is equivalent to approximately 3.78541 liters, so the conversion factor is derived from 1/3.78541.
Details: Accurate flow rate conversion is essential in fluid dynamics, hydraulic systems, plumbing, irrigation, chemical processing, and any application where fluid flow measurements need to be standardized between metric and imperial systems.
Tips: Enter the flow rate in liters per minute (L/min). The value must be non-negative. The converter will automatically calculate the equivalent flow rate in gallons per minute (GPM).
Q1: What is the difference between US gallons and imperial gallons?
A: This converter uses US gallons (1 US gallon = 3.78541 liters). Imperial gallons are larger (1 imperial gallon = 4.54609 liters).
Q2: When would I need to convert L/min to GPM?
A: Common applications include pump specifications, water flow measurements, fuel flow rates, HVAC systems, and international engineering projects.
Q3: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion factor is precise to 15 decimal places, providing high accuracy for most practical applications.
Q4: Can I convert GPM back to L/min?
A: Yes, to convert back, multiply GPM by 3.78541 (the inverse of the conversion factor).
Q5: Are there any limitations to this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact, but ensure you're using the correct gallon type (US vs imperial) for your specific application.