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Flow Rate Conversion Formula:
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The L/sec to GPM conversion calculates flow rate from liters per second to gallons per minute. This conversion is essential in various engineering, plumbing, and fluid dynamics applications where different measurement systems are used.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
Where:
Explanation: The conversion factor accounts for the relationship between liters and gallons (1 gallon = 3.78541 liters) and the time conversion from seconds to minutes (60 seconds = 1 minute).
Details: Accurate flow rate conversion is crucial for international engineering projects, hydraulic system design, pump specifications, and fluid transport calculations where different measurement systems are used.
Tips: Enter the flow rate in liters per second (L/sec). The value must be non-negative. The calculator will instantly convert it to gallons per minute (GPM).
Q1: Why is the conversion factor so precise?
A: The factor 15.850323141488905 is derived from exact conversions: 1 gallon = 3.785411784 liters and 1 minute = 60 seconds, ensuring maximum accuracy.
Q2: When would I need to convert L/sec to GPM?
A: Common applications include international engineering projects, pump specifications, irrigation system design, and fluid dynamics calculations where different measurement standards are used.
Q3: What is the reverse conversion (GPM to L/sec)?
A: To convert GPM to L/sec, divide by 15.850323141488905 or multiply by approximately 0.06309.
Q4: Are there rounding considerations?
A: For most practical applications, rounding to 2-4 decimal places is sufficient. The calculator provides 4 decimal places for precision.
Q5: What industries commonly use this conversion?
A: Plumbing, hydraulic engineering, chemical processing, water treatment, irrigation systems, and oil/gas industries frequently require this conversion.