Convert Cubic Foot per Second to Cubic Foot per Hour
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How to Convert Cubic Feet per Second to Cubic Feet per Hour
The cubic foot per second and cubic foot per hour are both units of flow rate. 1 cubic foot per second equals 3599.9944062 cubic feet per hour. This means to convert cubic feet per second to cubic feet per hour, you multiply by 3599.9944062.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 CFS to cubic feet per hour:
We need to convert cubic feet per second to cubic feet per hour
Since 1 CFS = 3599.9944062 CFH, multiply by 3599.9944062
5 × 3599.9944062 = 17999.972031
5 CFS = 17999.972031 CFH
Cubic Foot per Second to Cubic Foot per Hour Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common cubic foot per second to cubic foot per hour conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Cubic Feet per Second (CFS) | Cubic Feet per Hour (CFH) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 CFS | 359.99944062 CFH |
| 0.5 CFS | 1799.9972031 CFH |
| 1 CFS | 3599.9944062 CFH |
| 2 CFS | 7199.9888123 CFH |
| 5 CFS | 17999.972031 CFH |
| 10 CFS | 35999.944062 CFH |
| 25 CFS | 89999.860154 CFH |
| 50 CFS | 179999.72031 CFH |
| 100 CFS | 359999.44062 CFH |
About These Units
Cubic Foot per Second (CFS)
Cubic feet per second (CFS or cusec) measures river flow, large pumps, and hydraulic systems. Colorado River: 15,000 CFS average. One CFS equals 448.8 GPM, 28.3 L/s, or 7.48 gallons per second. USGS river gauges report in CFS.
Cubic Foot per Hour (CFH)
Cubic feet per hour (CFH) measures natural gas flow at residential and commercial level. Home furnace: 40,000-120,000 BTU/h ≈ 40-120 CFH. Gas water heater: 30,000-50,000 BTU/h. Gas meters typically display in cubic feet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert cubic feet per second to cubic feet per hour?
To convert cubic feet per second to cubic feet per hour, multiply the value by 3599.9944062. For example, 10 CFS = 35999.944062 CFH.
How many cubic feet per hour are in 1 cubic foot per second?
1 cubic foot per second equals 3599.9944062 cubic feet per hour.
What is the formula for cubic feet per second to cubic feet per hour?
The formula is: CFH = CFS × 3599.9944062.