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.
Cubic meter per hour (m³/h) might seem like just a simple metric unit of flow rate, but it plays a crucial role in various industries, especially in water supply and waste management systems. Understanding this unit can help imagine vast quantities efficiently: one cubic meter equals 1,000 liters, so just one m³/h represents the flow of 1,000 liters in an hour. This means that a single household’s daily water usage could often be entirely represented within a few cubic meters per hour.
Moreover, m³/h is extensively used in HVAC systems where air supply and exhaust rates are critical for maintaining breathable environments in buildings. In industries like oil and gas, it helps to determine the rate of fluid transfer, enhancing accurate forecasting and resource management. This universal metric enables seamless communication and coordination across global projects, underscoring its importance in engineering and environmental monitoring.
| Litres per second | Cubic meters per hour |
|---|---|
0
l/s
|
0
m³/h
|
1
l/s
|
3.6
m³/h
|
2
l/s
|
7.2
m³/h
|
3
l/s
|
10.8
m³/h
|
4
l/s
|
14.4
m³/h
|
5
l/s
|
18
m³/h
|
6
l/s
|
21.6
m³/h
|
7
l/s
|
25.2
m³/h
|
8
l/s
|
28.8
m³/h
|
9
l/s
|
32.4
m³/h
|
10
l/s
|
36
m³/h
|
11
l/s
|
39.6
m³/h
|
12
l/s
|
43.2
m³/h
|
13
l/s
|
46.8
m³/h
|
14
l/s
|
50.4
m³/h
|
15
l/s
|
54
m³/h
|
16
l/s
|
57.6
m³/h
|
17
l/s
|
61.2
m³/h
|
18
l/s
|
64.8
m³/h
|
19
l/s
|
68.4
m³/h
|
20
l/s
|
72
m³/h
|
21
l/s
|
75.6
m³/h
|
22
l/s
|
79.2
m³/h
|
23
l/s
|
82.8
m³/h
|
24
l/s
|
86.4
m³/h
|
25
l/s
|
90
m³/h
|
26
l/s
|
93.6
m³/h
|
27
l/s
|
97.2
m³/h
|
28
l/s
|
100.8
m³/h
|
29
l/s
|
104.4
m³/h
|
30
l/s
|
108
m³/h
|
31
l/s
|
111.6
m³/h
|
32
l/s
|
115.2
m³/h
|
33
l/s
|
118.8
m³/h
|
34
l/s
|
122.4
m³/h
|
35
l/s
|
126
m³/h
|
36
l/s
|
129.6
m³/h
|
37
l/s
|
133.2
m³/h
|
38
l/s
|
136.8
m³/h
|
39
l/s
|
140.4
m³/h
|
40
l/s
|
144
m³/h
|
41
l/s
|
147.6
m³/h
|
42
l/s
|
151.2
m³/h
|
43
l/s
|
154.8
m³/h
|
44
l/s
|
158.4
m³/h
|
45
l/s
|
162
m³/h
|
46
l/s
|
165.6
m³/h
|
47
l/s
|
169.2
m³/h
|
48
l/s
|
172.8
m³/h
|
49
l/s
|
176.4
m³/h
|
50
l/s
|
180
m³/h
|
51
l/s
|
183.6
m³/h
|
52
l/s
|
187.2
m³/h
|
53
l/s
|
190.8
m³/h
|
54
l/s
|
194.4
m³/h
|
55
l/s
|
198
m³/h
|
56
l/s
|
201.6
m³/h
|
57
l/s
|
205.2
m³/h
|
58
l/s
|
208.8
m³/h
|
59
l/s
|
212.4
m³/h
|
60
l/s
|
216
m³/h
|
61
l/s
|
219.6
m³/h
|
62
l/s
|
223.2
m³/h
|
63
l/s
|
226.8
m³/h
|
64
l/s
|
230.4
m³/h
|
65
l/s
|
234
m³/h
|
66
l/s
|
237.6
m³/h
|
67
l/s
|
241.2
m³/h
|
68
l/s
|
244.8
m³/h
|
69
l/s
|
248.4
m³/h
|
70
l/s
|
252
m³/h
|
71
l/s
|
255.6
m³/h
|
72
l/s
|
259.2
m³/h
|
73
l/s
|
262.8
m³/h
|
74
l/s
|
266.4
m³/h
|
75
l/s
|
270
m³/h
|
76
l/s
|
273.6
m³/h
|
77
l/s
|
277.2
m³/h
|
78
l/s
|
280.8
m³/h
|
79
l/s
|
284.4
m³/h
|
80
l/s
|
288
m³/h
|
81
l/s
|
291.6
m³/h
|
82
l/s
|
295.2
m³/h
|
83
l/s
|
298.8
m³/h
|
84
l/s
|
302.4
m³/h
|
85
l/s
|
306
m³/h
|
86
l/s
|
309.6
m³/h
|
87
l/s
|
313.2
m³/h
|
88
l/s
|
316.8
m³/h
|
89
l/s
|
320.4
m³/h
|
90
l/s
|
324
m³/h
|
91
l/s
|
327.6
m³/h
|
92
l/s
|
331.2
m³/h
|
93
l/s
|
334.8
m³/h
|
94
l/s
|
338.4
m³/h
|
95
l/s
|
342
m³/h
|
96
l/s
|
345.6
m³/h
|
97
l/s
|
349.2
m³/h
|
98
l/s
|
352.8
m³/h
|
99
l/s
|
356.4
m³/h
|
100
l/s
|
360
m³/h
|
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