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 inch per second (in³/s) might seem like an obscure unit, but it plays a crucial role in various engineering and fluid dynamics applications. This unit measures volumetric flow rate, indicating how quickly a fluid moves through a system. While gallons or liters per minute might be more familiar, cubic inches per second offer precision in industries where small-scale fluid control is crucial, such as in microfluidics or precision-engineered machinery.
Intriguingly, the cubic inch, a prevalent measure in American automotive history, was key in defining engine sizes. Understanding flow rates in cubic inches per second can be vital when optimizing fuel or coolant systems in vintage cars. Its usage spans from classic car enthusiasts to cutting-edge technology in industrial systems, making it both historically significant and essential in modern engineering contexts.
| Litres per second | Cubic inches per second |
|---|---|
0
l/s
|
0
in³/s
|
1
l/s
|
61.02403
in³/s
|
2
l/s
|
122.04805
in³/s
|
3
l/s
|
183.07208
in³/s
|
4
l/s
|
244.0961
in³/s
|
5
l/s
|
305.12013
in³/s
|
6
l/s
|
366.14415
in³/s
|
7
l/s
|
427.16818
in³/s
|
8
l/s
|
488.1922
in³/s
|
9
l/s
|
549.21623
in³/s
|
10
l/s
|
610.24025
in³/s
|
11
l/s
|
671.26428
in³/s
|
12
l/s
|
732.2883
in³/s
|
13
l/s
|
793.31233
in³/s
|
14
l/s
|
854.33636
in³/s
|
15
l/s
|
915.36038
in³/s
|
16
l/s
|
976.38441
in³/s
|
17
l/s
|
1037.40843
in³/s
|
18
l/s
|
1098.43246
in³/s
|
19
l/s
|
1159.45648
in³/s
|
20
l/s
|
1220.48051
in³/s
|
21
l/s
|
1281.50453
in³/s
|
22
l/s
|
1342.52856
in³/s
|
23
l/s
|
1403.55258
in³/s
|
24
l/s
|
1464.57661
in³/s
|
25
l/s
|
1525.60063
in³/s
|
26
l/s
|
1586.62466
in³/s
|
27
l/s
|
1647.64869
in³/s
|
28
l/s
|
1708.67271
in³/s
|
29
l/s
|
1769.69674
in³/s
|
30
l/s
|
1830.72076
in³/s
|
31
l/s
|
1891.74479
in³/s
|
32
l/s
|
1952.76881
in³/s
|
33
l/s
|
2013.79284
in³/s
|
34
l/s
|
2074.81686
in³/s
|
35
l/s
|
2135.84089
in³/s
|
36
l/s
|
2196.86491
in³/s
|
37
l/s
|
2257.88894
in³/s
|
38
l/s
|
2318.91296
in³/s
|
39
l/s
|
2379.93699
in³/s
|
40
l/s
|
2440.96101
in³/s
|
41
l/s
|
2501.98504
in³/s
|
42
l/s
|
2563.00907
in³/s
|
43
l/s
|
2624.03309
in³/s
|
44
l/s
|
2685.05712
in³/s
|
45
l/s
|
2746.08114
in³/s
|
46
l/s
|
2807.10517
in³/s
|
47
l/s
|
2868.12919
in³/s
|
48
l/s
|
2929.15322
in³/s
|
49
l/s
|
2990.17724
in³/s
|
50
l/s
|
3051.20127
in³/s
|
51
l/s
|
3112.22529
in³/s
|
52
l/s
|
3173.24932
in³/s
|
53
l/s
|
3234.27334
in³/s
|
54
l/s
|
3295.29737
in³/s
|
55
l/s
|
3356.3214
in³/s
|
56
l/s
|
3417.34542
in³/s
|
57
l/s
|
3478.36945
in³/s
|
58
l/s
|
3539.39347
in³/s
|
59
l/s
|
3600.4175
in³/s
|
60
l/s
|
3661.44152
in³/s
|
61
l/s
|
3722.46555
in³/s
|
62
l/s
|
3783.48957
in³/s
|
63
l/s
|
3844.5136
in³/s
|
64
l/s
|
3905.53762
in³/s
|
65
l/s
|
3966.56165
in³/s
|
66
l/s
|
4027.58567
in³/s
|
67
l/s
|
4088.6097
in³/s
|
68
l/s
|
4149.63373
in³/s
|
69
l/s
|
4210.65775
in³/s
|
70
l/s
|
4271.68178
in³/s
|
71
l/s
|
4332.7058
in³/s
|
72
l/s
|
4393.72983
in³/s
|
73
l/s
|
4454.75385
in³/s
|
74
l/s
|
4515.77788
in³/s
|
75
l/s
|
4576.8019
in³/s
|
76
l/s
|
4637.82593
in³/s
|
77
l/s
|
4698.84995
in³/s
|
78
l/s
|
4759.87398
in³/s
|
79
l/s
|
4820.898
in³/s
|
80
l/s
|
4881.92203
in³/s
|
81
l/s
|
4942.94606
in³/s
|
82
l/s
|
5003.97008
in³/s
|
83
l/s
|
5064.99411
in³/s
|
84
l/s
|
5126.01813
in³/s
|
85
l/s
|
5187.04216
in³/s
|
86
l/s
|
5248.06618
in³/s
|
87
l/s
|
5309.09021
in³/s
|
88
l/s
|
5370.11423
in³/s
|
89
l/s
|
5431.13826
in³/s
|
90
l/s
|
5492.16228
in³/s
|
91
l/s
|
5553.18631
in³/s
|
92
l/s
|
5614.21033
in³/s
|
93
l/s
|
5675.23436
in³/s
|
94
l/s
|
5736.25839
in³/s
|
95
l/s
|
5797.28241
in³/s
|
96
l/s
|
5858.30644
in³/s
|
97
l/s
|
5919.33046
in³/s
|
98
l/s
|
5980.35449
in³/s
|
99
l/s
|
6041.37851
in³/s
|
100
l/s
|
6102.40254
in³/s
|
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