Cubic foot per minute (CFM) is a unit that measures the flow rate of air and is widely used in various industries, from HVAC systems to automotive engineering. Understanding CFM is crucial for designing efficient ventilation systems, as it determines how much air is circulated within a specific space per minute. But did you know that the origins of measuring air flow date back to the early 20th century? Back then, engineers realized the need for standardized measurements to ensure optimal air quality and comfortable living conditions, which led to the popularization of CFM as a standard metric.
Remarkably, one cubic foot of air at room temperature weighs about 0.0807 pounds. With this knowledge, professionals can precisely calibrate systems to achieve desired airflow rates, maximize energy efficiency, and improve air quality. Whether managing the air systems in skyscrapers, homes, or cars, CFM remains a pivotal unit for ensuring environments stay fresh and healthy.
The “decilitre per second” (dl/s) is a unit of flow rate, representing the volume of a liquid passing through a point per second. While it may not be as commonly used as liters per second or gallons per minute, the decilitre per second is particularly useful in industries where smaller, precise measurements are crucial, such as pharmaceuticals or culinary arts. Measuring flow in dl/s can help chefs accurately control portions when preparing complex recipes, ensuring consistency and precision in culinary creations.
This unit also finds application in homebrewing and winemaking, where meticulous control over liquid transfer can significantly impact the final product. By utilizing decilitres per second, enthusiasts and professionals alike can enhance the quality and consistency of their beverages, transforming the science of brewing into an artful process.
Cubic feet per minute | Decilitres per second |
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0
ft³/min
|
0
dl/s
|
10
ft³/min
|
47.19472
dl/s
|
20
ft³/min
|
94.38944
dl/s
|
30
ft³/min
|
141.58416
dl/s
|
40
ft³/min
|
188.77888
dl/s
|
50
ft³/min
|
235.9736
dl/s
|
60
ft³/min
|
283.16832
dl/s
|
70
ft³/min
|
330.36304
dl/s
|
80
ft³/min
|
377.55776
dl/s
|
90
ft³/min
|
424.75248
dl/s
|
100
ft³/min
|
471.9472
dl/s
|
110
ft³/min
|
519.14192
dl/s
|
120
ft³/min
|
566.33664
dl/s
|
130
ft³/min
|
613.53136
dl/s
|
140
ft³/min
|
660.72608
dl/s
|
150
ft³/min
|
707.9208
dl/s
|
160
ft³/min
|
755.11552
dl/s
|
170
ft³/min
|
802.31024
dl/s
|
180
ft³/min
|
849.50496
dl/s
|
190
ft³/min
|
896.69968
dl/s
|
200
ft³/min
|
943.8944
dl/s
|
210
ft³/min
|
991.08912
dl/s
|
220
ft³/min
|
1038.28384
dl/s
|
230
ft³/min
|
1085.47856
dl/s
|
240
ft³/min
|
1132.67328
dl/s
|
250
ft³/min
|
1179.868
dl/s
|
260
ft³/min
|
1227.06272
dl/s
|
270
ft³/min
|
1274.25744
dl/s
|
280
ft³/min
|
1321.45216
dl/s
|
290
ft³/min
|
1368.64688
dl/s
|
300
ft³/min
|
1415.8416
dl/s
|
310
ft³/min
|
1463.03632
dl/s
|
320
ft³/min
|
1510.23104
dl/s
|
330
ft³/min
|
1557.42576
dl/s
|
340
ft³/min
|
1604.62048
dl/s
|
350
ft³/min
|
1651.8152
dl/s
|
360
ft³/min
|
1699.00992
dl/s
|
370
ft³/min
|
1746.20464
dl/s
|
380
ft³/min
|
1793.39936
dl/s
|
390
ft³/min
|
1840.59408
dl/s
|
400
ft³/min
|
1887.7888
dl/s
|
410
ft³/min
|
1934.98352
dl/s
|
420
ft³/min
|
1982.17824
dl/s
|
430
ft³/min
|
2029.37296
dl/s
|
440
ft³/min
|
2076.56768
dl/s
|
450
ft³/min
|
2123.7624
dl/s
|
460
ft³/min
|
2170.95712
dl/s
|
470
ft³/min
|
2218.15184
dl/s
|
480
ft³/min
|
2265.34656
dl/s
|
490
ft³/min
|
2312.54128
dl/s
|
500
ft³/min
|
2359.736
dl/s
|
510
ft³/min
|
2406.93072
dl/s
|
520
ft³/min
|
2454.12544
dl/s
|
530
ft³/min
|
2501.32016
dl/s
|
540
ft³/min
|
2548.51488
dl/s
|
550
ft³/min
|
2595.7096
dl/s
|
560
ft³/min
|
2642.90432
dl/s
|
570
ft³/min
|
2690.09904
dl/s
|
580
ft³/min
|
2737.29376
dl/s
|
590
ft³/min
|
2784.48848
dl/s
|
600
ft³/min
|
2831.6832
dl/s
|
610
ft³/min
|
2878.87792
dl/s
|
620
ft³/min
|
2926.07264
dl/s
|
630
ft³/min
|
2973.26736
dl/s
|
640
ft³/min
|
3020.46208
dl/s
|
650
ft³/min
|
3067.6568
dl/s
|
660
ft³/min
|
3114.85152
dl/s
|
670
ft³/min
|
3162.04624
dl/s
|
680
ft³/min
|
3209.24096
dl/s
|
690
ft³/min
|
3256.43568
dl/s
|
700
ft³/min
|
3303.6304
dl/s
|
710
ft³/min
|
3350.82512
dl/s
|
720
ft³/min
|
3398.01984
dl/s
|
730
ft³/min
|
3445.21456
dl/s
|
740
ft³/min
|
3492.40928
dl/s
|
750
ft³/min
|
3539.604
dl/s
|
760
ft³/min
|
3586.79872
dl/s
|
770
ft³/min
|
3633.99344
dl/s
|
780
ft³/min
|
3681.18816
dl/s
|
790
ft³/min
|
3728.38288
dl/s
|
800
ft³/min
|
3775.5776
dl/s
|
810
ft³/min
|
3822.77232
dl/s
|
820
ft³/min
|
3869.96704
dl/s
|
830
ft³/min
|
3917.16176
dl/s
|
840
ft³/min
|
3964.35648
dl/s
|
850
ft³/min
|
4011.5512
dl/s
|
860
ft³/min
|
4058.74592
dl/s
|
870
ft³/min
|
4105.94064
dl/s
|
880
ft³/min
|
4153.13536
dl/s
|
890
ft³/min
|
4200.33008
dl/s
|
900
ft³/min
|
4247.5248
dl/s
|
910
ft³/min
|
4294.71952
dl/s
|
920
ft³/min
|
4341.91424
dl/s
|
930
ft³/min
|
4389.10896
dl/s
|
940
ft³/min
|
4436.30368
dl/s
|
950
ft³/min
|
4483.4984
dl/s
|
960
ft³/min
|
4530.69312
dl/s
|
970
ft³/min
|
4577.88784
dl/s
|
980
ft³/min
|
4625.08256
dl/s
|
990
ft³/min
|
4672.27728
dl/s
|
1000
ft³/min
|
4719.472
dl/s
|
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