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.
A cubic decimeter per minute (dm³/min) is a fascinating unit of volumetric flow rate. It represents how much volume—a cubic decimeter or a liter—passes through a given point every minute. This unit often translates fluid dynamics into an easily understandable benchmark, especially when considering everyday items. For instance, a standard faucet might deliver water at a rate of about 5 to 8 dm³/min, which provides a concrete context for this measurement.
Interestingly, cubic decimeters are commonly associated with engines and appliances. Car engines are usually rated in liters, equivalent to the volume they displace, which consequently can also be expressed in cubic decimeters. Thus, understanding flow rates in dm³/min can offer invaluable insight into both domestic and industrial applications, from water supply systems to optimizing the efficiency of engines in vehicles.
Decilitres per second | Cubic Decimeters per minute |
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0
dl/s
|
0
dm³/min
|
1
dl/s
|
6
dm³/min
|
2
dl/s
|
12
dm³/min
|
3
dl/s
|
18
dm³/min
|
4
dl/s
|
24
dm³/min
|
5
dl/s
|
30
dm³/min
|
6
dl/s
|
36
dm³/min
|
7
dl/s
|
42
dm³/min
|
8
dl/s
|
48
dm³/min
|
9
dl/s
|
54
dm³/min
|
10
dl/s
|
60
dm³/min
|
11
dl/s
|
66
dm³/min
|
12
dl/s
|
72
dm³/min
|
13
dl/s
|
78
dm³/min
|
14
dl/s
|
84
dm³/min
|
15
dl/s
|
90
dm³/min
|
16
dl/s
|
96
dm³/min
|
17
dl/s
|
102
dm³/min
|
18
dl/s
|
108
dm³/min
|
19
dl/s
|
114
dm³/min
|
20
dl/s
|
120
dm³/min
|
21
dl/s
|
126
dm³/min
|
22
dl/s
|
132
dm³/min
|
23
dl/s
|
138
dm³/min
|
24
dl/s
|
144
dm³/min
|
25
dl/s
|
150
dm³/min
|
26
dl/s
|
156
dm³/min
|
27
dl/s
|
162
dm³/min
|
28
dl/s
|
168
dm³/min
|
29
dl/s
|
174
dm³/min
|
30
dl/s
|
180
dm³/min
|
31
dl/s
|
186
dm³/min
|
32
dl/s
|
192
dm³/min
|
33
dl/s
|
198
dm³/min
|
34
dl/s
|
204
dm³/min
|
35
dl/s
|
210
dm³/min
|
36
dl/s
|
216
dm³/min
|
37
dl/s
|
222
dm³/min
|
38
dl/s
|
228
dm³/min
|
39
dl/s
|
234
dm³/min
|
40
dl/s
|
240
dm³/min
|
41
dl/s
|
246
dm³/min
|
42
dl/s
|
252
dm³/min
|
43
dl/s
|
258
dm³/min
|
44
dl/s
|
264
dm³/min
|
45
dl/s
|
270
dm³/min
|
46
dl/s
|
276
dm³/min
|
47
dl/s
|
282
dm³/min
|
48
dl/s
|
288
dm³/min
|
49
dl/s
|
294
dm³/min
|
50
dl/s
|
300
dm³/min
|
51
dl/s
|
306
dm³/min
|
52
dl/s
|
312
dm³/min
|
53
dl/s
|
318
dm³/min
|
54
dl/s
|
324
dm³/min
|
55
dl/s
|
330
dm³/min
|
56
dl/s
|
336
dm³/min
|
57
dl/s
|
342
dm³/min
|
58
dl/s
|
348
dm³/min
|
59
dl/s
|
354
dm³/min
|
60
dl/s
|
360
dm³/min
|
61
dl/s
|
366
dm³/min
|
62
dl/s
|
372
dm³/min
|
63
dl/s
|
378
dm³/min
|
64
dl/s
|
384
dm³/min
|
65
dl/s
|
390
dm³/min
|
66
dl/s
|
396
dm³/min
|
67
dl/s
|
402
dm³/min
|
68
dl/s
|
408
dm³/min
|
69
dl/s
|
414
dm³/min
|
70
dl/s
|
420
dm³/min
|
71
dl/s
|
426
dm³/min
|
72
dl/s
|
432
dm³/min
|
73
dl/s
|
438
dm³/min
|
74
dl/s
|
444
dm³/min
|
75
dl/s
|
450
dm³/min
|
76
dl/s
|
456
dm³/min
|
77
dl/s
|
462
dm³/min
|
78
dl/s
|
468
dm³/min
|
79
dl/s
|
474
dm³/min
|
80
dl/s
|
480
dm³/min
|
81
dl/s
|
486
dm³/min
|
82
dl/s
|
492
dm³/min
|
83
dl/s
|
498
dm³/min
|
84
dl/s
|
504
dm³/min
|
85
dl/s
|
510
dm³/min
|
86
dl/s
|
516
dm³/min
|
87
dl/s
|
522
dm³/min
|
88
dl/s
|
528
dm³/min
|
89
dl/s
|
534
dm³/min
|
90
dl/s
|
540
dm³/min
|
91
dl/s
|
546
dm³/min
|
92
dl/s
|
552
dm³/min
|
93
dl/s
|
558
dm³/min
|
94
dl/s
|
564
dm³/min
|
95
dl/s
|
570
dm³/min
|
96
dl/s
|
576
dm³/min
|
97
dl/s
|
582
dm³/min
|
98
dl/s
|
588
dm³/min
|
99
dl/s
|
594
dm³/min
|
100
dl/s
|
600
dm³/min
|
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