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Water Flow Rate Conversion:
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This calculator converts water mass flow rate from kilograms per second (kg/s) to volume flow rate in cubic meters per hour (m³/hr). This conversion is essential in hydraulic engineering, water treatment, and fluid dynamics applications.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
Where:
Explanation: The conversion assumes water density of 1000 kg/m³ at standard conditions. The factor 3.6 comes from converting seconds to hours (3600) and accounting for density.
Details: Accurate flow rate conversion is crucial for pipeline design, pump selection, water distribution systems, and industrial process control where both mass and volume flow measurements are used.
Tips: Enter the mass flow rate in kilograms per second. The calculator will instantly convert it to cubic meters per hour. Ensure the input value is positive and valid.
Q1: Why is the conversion factor 3.6?
A: The factor 3.6 comes from 3600 seconds per hour divided by 1000 kg/m³ (water density), simplifying to 3.6 for water at standard conditions.
Q2: Does this conversion work for other fluids?
A: No, this conversion is specific to water. For other fluids, you need to use the fluid's density: m³/hr = (kg/s × 3600) / density (kg/m³).
Q3: What are typical kg/s values for water flow?
A: Residential water supply: 0.1-0.5 kg/s, industrial processes: 1-50 kg/s, large water mains: 100-1000+ kg/s.
Q4: When is mass flow rate preferred over volume flow rate?
A: Mass flow rate is preferred when fluid density varies with temperature/pressure, while volume flow rate is common for constant-density applications.
Q5: How accurate is this conversion?
A: Highly accurate for water at standard conditions (4°C, 1 atm). For precise engineering applications, consider temperature effects on density.