1. What is UK GPM to m³/hr Conversion?

The UK GPM to m³/hr conversion calculates flow rate from UK gallons per minute to cubic meters per hour. This conversion is essential for engineering, fluid dynamics, and industrial applications where different measurement systems are used.

2. How Does the Conversion Work?

The conversion uses the formula:

Where:

• \( UK GPM \) — Flow rate in UK gallons per minute
• \( 0.2727654 \) — Conversion factor

Explanation: One UK gallon equals approximately 4.54609 liters, and there are 60 minutes in an hour. The conversion factor combines these relationships to convert from UK GPM to m³/hr.

3. Importance of Flow Rate Conversion

Details: Accurate flow rate conversion is crucial for international engineering projects, pump sizing, pipeline design, and process optimization where different measurement standards are used.

4. Using the Converter

Tips: Enter the flow rate in UK gallons per minute. The value must be non-negative. The converter will automatically calculate the equivalent flow rate in cubic meters per hour.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between UK gallon and US gallon?
A: One UK gallon equals 4.54609 liters, while one US gallon equals 3.78541 liters. UK gallons are approximately 20% larger than US gallons.

Q2: Why convert to cubic meters per hour?
A: Cubic meters per hour is the SI unit for flow rate and is widely used in international engineering standards and scientific applications.

Q3: Can this converter handle decimal values?
A: Yes, the converter accepts decimal values with up to 4 decimal places for precise calculations.

Q4: What are common applications for this conversion?
A: Water treatment plants, chemical processing, oil and gas industry, HVAC systems, and any application involving fluid flow measurement.

Q5: Is the conversion factor exact?
A: The conversion factor 0.2727654 is derived from the exact relationship: 1 UK gallon = 4.54609 liters and 1 m³ = 1000 liters.