Convert Cubic Foot per Minute to Liter per Second
Type the number of cubic feet per minute that you wish to convert to liters per second.
How to Convert Cubic Feet per Minute to Liters per Second
The cubic foot per minute and liter per second are both units of flow rate. 1 liter per second equals 2.1188819931 cubic feet per minute. This means to convert cubic feet per minute to liters per second, you divide by 2.1188819931.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 CFM to liters per second:
We need to convert cubic feet per minute to liters per second
Since 1 L/s = 2.1188819931 CFM, divide by 2.1188819931
5 ÷ 2.1188819931 = 2.359735
5 CFM = 2.359735 L/s
Cubic Foot per Minute to Liter per Second Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common cubic foot per minute to liter per second conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) | Liters per Second (L/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 CFM | 0.471947 L/s |
| 2 CFM | 0.943894 L/s |
| 5 CFM | 2.359735 L/s |
| 10 CFM | 4.71947 L/s |
| 15 CFM | 7.079205 L/s |
| 20 CFM | 9.43894 L/s |
| 25 CFM | 11.798675 L/s |
| 50 CFM | 23.59735 L/s |
| 100 CFM | 47.1947 L/s |
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 Second (L/s)
Liters per second (L/s) is common for water pumps, fire hoses (15-30 L/s), and plumbing flow rates. One L/s equals 15.85 US GPM or 60 L/min. Fire hydrant minimum flow: 32 L/s. Swimming pool circulation: 5-15 L/s depending on size.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert cubic feet per minute to liters per second?
To convert cubic feet per minute to liters per second, divide the value by 2.1188819931. For example, 10 CFM = 4.71947 L/s.
How many liters per second are in 1 cubic foot per minute?
1 cubic foot per minute equals 0.471947 liters per second.
What is the formula for cubic feet per minute to liters per second?
The formula is: L/s = CFM ÷ 2.1188819931.