1. What is Flow Rate Conversion?

Flow rate conversion between cubic meters per hour (m³/h) and gallons per minute (GPM) is essential for engineers, technicians, and professionals working with fluid systems across different measurement standards.

2. How Does the Converter Work?

The converter uses the precise conversion formula:

Where:

• \( m³/h \) — Flow rate in cubic meters per hour
• \( GPM \) — Flow rate in gallons per minute
• \( 4.402867539302473 \) — Exact conversion factor

Explanation: This conversion factor is derived from the relationship between cubic meters and gallons, and hours to minutes (1 m³ = 264.172 gallons, 1 hour = 60 minutes).

3. Importance of Flow Rate Conversion

Details: Accurate flow rate conversion is crucial for international engineering projects, pump sizing, pipeline design, and ensuring compatibility between systems using different measurement units.

4. Using the Converter

Tips: Enter the flow rate in cubic meters per hour (m³/h). The value must be positive. The converter will instantly calculate the equivalent flow rate in gallons per minute (GPM).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is the conversion factor 4.402867539302473?
A: This precise factor comes from: 1 m³/h = (264.172 gallons) / (60 minutes) = 4.402867539302473 GPM.

Q2: When would I need to convert between m³/h and GPM?
A: Common in water treatment plants, HVAC systems, industrial processes, and when working with equipment specifications from different countries.

Q3: Is this conversion accurate for all fluids?
A: Yes, the conversion is volumetric and applies to all fluids. However, mass flow rates would require density considerations.

Q4: What's the difference between US gallon and imperial gallon?
A: This converter uses US gallons (1 US gallon = 3.78541 liters). Imperial gallons are larger (1 imperial gallon = 4.54609 liters).

Q5: Can I convert GPM back to m³/h?
A: Yes, use the inverse: m³/h = GPM ÷ 4.402867539302473 or m³/h = GPM × 0.227124.