The “Litre per second” (L/s) is a crucial unit in fluid dynamics, representing the flow rate of liquids. It is widely used in engineering, hydrology, and environmental science to measure water consumption, irrigation, and sewage treatment. For instance, high-performance showerheads can have flow rates approaching 0.1 to 0.2 L/s, translating to a refreshing and efficient bath.
In larger applications, such as hydroelectric plants, turbines can handle thousands of litres per second to generate energy, showcasing how scale affects its utility. The versatility of the L/s unit enables precise calculations and planning, crucial for managing water resources in a world where sustainability is paramount. Understanding flow rates can optimize resource use, conserving water and energy in both household and industrial environments.
The cubic foot per hour is a unit of volumetric flow rate, measuring how much volume flows through a system per hour. While you might not think about it daily, this unit plays a crucial role in sectors like natural gas distribution and HVAC systems, where precise measurement of air or fluid flow is essential for efficiency and safety. Interestingly, in the U.S., a substantial portion of homes rely on natural gas, and understanding its flow in cubic feet per hour can optimize household energy usage and reduce carbon footprints.
Moreover, recognizing changes in flow rates measured in cubic feet per hour can be an indicator of system inefficiencies or leaks, prompting timely maintenance and ensuring operational efficacy. This unit is a key player behind the scenes in ensuring that systems run smoothly and resources aren’t wasted.
| Litres per second | Cubic feet per hour |
|---|---|
0
l/s
|
0
ft³/h
|
1
l/s
|
127.13287
ft³/h
|
2
l/s
|
254.26573
ft³/h
|
3
l/s
|
381.3986
ft³/h
|
4
l/s
|
508.53146
ft³/h
|
5
l/s
|
635.66433
ft³/h
|
6
l/s
|
762.79719
ft³/h
|
7
l/s
|
889.93006
ft³/h
|
8
l/s
|
1017.06293
ft³/h
|
9
l/s
|
1144.19579
ft³/h
|
10
l/s
|
1271.32866
ft³/h
|
11
l/s
|
1398.46152
ft³/h
|
12
l/s
|
1525.59439
ft³/h
|
13
l/s
|
1652.72725
ft³/h
|
14
l/s
|
1779.86012
ft³/h
|
15
l/s
|
1906.99299
ft³/h
|
16
l/s
|
2034.12585
ft³/h
|
17
l/s
|
2161.25872
ft³/h
|
18
l/s
|
2288.39158
ft³/h
|
19
l/s
|
2415.52445
ft³/h
|
20
l/s
|
2542.65731
ft³/h
|
21
l/s
|
2669.79018
ft³/h
|
22
l/s
|
2796.92305
ft³/h
|
23
l/s
|
2924.05591
ft³/h
|
24
l/s
|
3051.18878
ft³/h
|
25
l/s
|
3178.32164
ft³/h
|
26
l/s
|
3305.45451
ft³/h
|
27
l/s
|
3432.58737
ft³/h
|
28
l/s
|
3559.72024
ft³/h
|
29
l/s
|
3686.85311
ft³/h
|
30
l/s
|
3813.98597
ft³/h
|
31
l/s
|
3941.11884
ft³/h
|
32
l/s
|
4068.2517
ft³/h
|
33
l/s
|
4195.38457
ft³/h
|
34
l/s
|
4322.51743
ft³/h
|
35
l/s
|
4449.6503
ft³/h
|
36
l/s
|
4576.78317
ft³/h
|
37
l/s
|
4703.91603
ft³/h
|
38
l/s
|
4831.0489
ft³/h
|
39
l/s
|
4958.18176
ft³/h
|
40
l/s
|
5085.31463
ft³/h
|
41
l/s
|
5212.44749
ft³/h
|
42
l/s
|
5339.58036
ft³/h
|
43
l/s
|
5466.71323
ft³/h
|
44
l/s
|
5593.84609
ft³/h
|
45
l/s
|
5720.97896
ft³/h
|
46
l/s
|
5848.11182
ft³/h
|
47
l/s
|
5975.24469
ft³/h
|
48
l/s
|
6102.37755
ft³/h
|
49
l/s
|
6229.51042
ft³/h
|
50
l/s
|
6356.64329
ft³/h
|
51
l/s
|
6483.77615
ft³/h
|
52
l/s
|
6610.90902
ft³/h
|
53
l/s
|
6738.04188
ft³/h
|
54
l/s
|
6865.17475
ft³/h
|
55
l/s
|
6992.30761
ft³/h
|
56
l/s
|
7119.44048
ft³/h
|
57
l/s
|
7246.57335
ft³/h
|
58
l/s
|
7373.70621
ft³/h
|
59
l/s
|
7500.83908
ft³/h
|
60
l/s
|
7627.97194
ft³/h
|
61
l/s
|
7755.10481
ft³/h
|
62
l/s
|
7882.23767
ft³/h
|
63
l/s
|
8009.37054
ft³/h
|
64
l/s
|
8136.50341
ft³/h
|
65
l/s
|
8263.63627
ft³/h
|
66
l/s
|
8390.76914
ft³/h
|
67
l/s
|
8517.902
ft³/h
|
68
l/s
|
8645.03487
ft³/h
|
69
l/s
|
8772.16773
ft³/h
|
70
l/s
|
8899.3006
ft³/h
|
71
l/s
|
9026.43347
ft³/h
|
72
l/s
|
9153.56633
ft³/h
|
73
l/s
|
9280.6992
ft³/h
|
74
l/s
|
9407.83206
ft³/h
|
75
l/s
|
9534.96493
ft³/h
|
76
l/s
|
9662.09779
ft³/h
|
77
l/s
|
9789.23066
ft³/h
|
78
l/s
|
9916.36353
ft³/h
|
79
l/s
|
10043.49639
ft³/h
|
80
l/s
|
10170.62926
ft³/h
|
81
l/s
|
10297.76212
ft³/h
|
82
l/s
|
10424.89499
ft³/h
|
83
l/s
|
10552.02785
ft³/h
|
84
l/s
|
10679.16072
ft³/h
|
85
l/s
|
10806.29359
ft³/h
|
86
l/s
|
10933.42645
ft³/h
|
87
l/s
|
11060.55932
ft³/h
|
88
l/s
|
11187.69218
ft³/h
|
89
l/s
|
11314.82505
ft³/h
|
90
l/s
|
11441.95791
ft³/h
|
91
l/s
|
11569.09078
ft³/h
|
92
l/s
|
11696.22365
ft³/h
|
93
l/s
|
11823.35651
ft³/h
|
94
l/s
|
11950.48938
ft³/h
|
95
l/s
|
12077.62224
ft³/h
|
96
l/s
|
12204.75511
ft³/h
|
97
l/s
|
12331.88797
ft³/h
|
98
l/s
|
12459.02084
ft³/h
|
99
l/s
|
12586.15371
ft³/h
|
100
l/s
|
12713.28657
ft³/h
|
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