Convert CFM to L/min
Enter the number of cubic feet per minute that you want to convert to liters per minute.
How to Convert Cubic Feet per Minute to Liters per Minute
The cubic foot per minute and liter per minute are both units of flow rate. 1 cubic foot per minute equals 28.316763366 liters per minute. This means to convert cubic feet per minute to liters per minute, you multiply by 28.316763366.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 CFM to liters per minute:
We need to convert cubic feet per minute to liters per minute
Since 1 CFM = 28.316763366 L/min, multiply by 28.316763366
5 × 28.316763366 = 141.58381683
5 CFM = 141.58381683 L/min
Cubic Foot per Minute to Liter per Minute Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common cubic foot per minute to liter per minute conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) | Liters per Minute (L/min) |
|---|---|
| 1 CFM | 28.316763366 L/min |
| 2 CFM | 56.633526733 L/min |
| 5 CFM | 141.58381683 L/min |
| 10 CFM | 283.16763366 L/min |
| 15 CFM | 424.7514505 L/min |
| 20 CFM | 566.33526733 L/min |
| 25 CFM | 707.91908416 L/min |
| 50 CFM | 1415.8381683 L/min |
| 100 CFM | 2831.6763366 L/min |
About These Units
Cubic Foot per Minute (CFM)
Cubic feet per minute (CFM) is the US standard for HVAC and ventilation. Bathroom exhaust: 50-100 CFM. Range hood: 200-600 CFM. Central AC: 400 CFM per ton. HVAC rule: 1 CFM per sq ft. One CFM equals 28.3 L/min or 0.472 L/s.
Liter per Minute (L/min)
Liters per minute (L/min or LPM) is standard for flow meters, fuel dispensers (30-50 L/min), oxygen therapy (1-15 L/min), and aquarium pumps. Kitchen faucet: 8-12 L/min. Showerhead: 9-15 L/min. One L/min equals 0.264 US GPM.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert cubic feet per minute to liters per minute?
To convert cubic feet per minute to liters per minute, multiply the value by 28.316763366. For example, 10 CFM = 283.16763366 L/min.
How many liters per minute are in 1 cubic foot per minute?
1 cubic foot per minute equals 28.316763366 liters per minute.
What is the formula for cubic feet per minute to liters per minute?
The formula is: L/min = CFM × 28.316763366.