Convert Cubic Meter per Second to Liter per Second
Input the number of cubic meters per second you want to convert to liters per second.
How to Convert Cubic Meters per Second to Liters per Second
The cubic meter per second and liter per second are both units of flow rate. By definition, 1 cubic meter per second equals exactly 1000 liters per second. This means to convert cubic meters per second to liters per second, you multiply by 1000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 m³/s to liters per second:
We need to convert cubic meters per second to liters per second
Since 1 m³/s = 1000 L/s, multiply by 1000
5 × 1000 = 5000
5 m³/s = 5000 L/s
Cubic Meter per Second to Liter per Second Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common cubic meter per second to liter per second conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Cubic Meters per Second (m³/s) | Liters per Second (L/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 m³/s | 100 L/s |
| 0.5 m³/s | 500 L/s |
| 1 m³/s | 1000 L/s |
| 2 m³/s | 2000 L/s |
| 5 m³/s | 5000 L/s |
| 10 m³/s | 10000 L/s |
| 25 m³/s | 25000 L/s |
| 50 m³/s | 50000 L/s |
| 100 m³/s | 100000 L/s |
About These Units
Cubic Meter per Second (m³/s)
Cubic meters per second (m³/s) is the SI unit of volumetric flow rate, also called cumec. Used for rivers (Amazon: 209,000 m³/s), industrial processes, and large pumping stations. One m³/s equals 1,000 liters per second or 15,850 US gallons per minute.
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 meters per second to liters per second?
To convert cubic meters per second to liters per second, multiply the value by 1000. For example, 10 m³/s = 10000 L/s.
How many liters per second are in 1 cubic meter per second?
1 cubic meter per second equals 1000 liters per second.
What is the formula for cubic meters per second to liters per second?
The formula is: L/s = m³/s × 1000.