1. What is M3/Hr To Gpm Converter?

The M3/Hr To Gpm Converter is a tool that converts flow rate from cubic meters per hour (m³/hr) to gallons per minute (GPM). This conversion is essential in various engineering, industrial, and fluid dynamics applications where different measurement systems are used.

2. How Does the Converter Work?

The converter uses the following formula:

Where:

• \( GPM \) — Gallons per minute
• \( m³/hr \) — Cubic meters per hour
• \( 4.402867539302473 \) — Conversion factor

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

3. Importance of Flow Rate Conversion

Details: Accurate flow rate conversion is crucial for international engineering projects, fluid system design, pump sizing, and process optimization where different measurement systems (metric vs imperial) are used.

4. Using the Converter

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

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

Q2: What are typical applications for this conversion?
A: Water treatment plants, HVAC systems, industrial processes, irrigation systems, and any application involving fluid flow measurements.

Q3: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact based on standard definitions of cubic meters and gallons.

Q4: Can I convert GPM back to m³/hr?
A: Yes, use the inverse: m³/hr = GPM ÷ 4.402867539302473 or m³/hr = GPM × 0.227124.

Q5: Are there different types of gallons?
A: This converter uses US gallons. For UK gallons, the conversion factor would be different (1 m³ = 219.969 UK gallons).