Convert Liter per Second to Cubic Foot per Minute
Input the number of liters per second you want to convert to cubic feet per minute.
How to Convert Liters per Second to Cubic Feet per Minute
The liter per second and cubic foot per minute are both units of flow rate. 1 liter per second equals 2.1188819931 cubic feet per minute. This means to convert liters per second to cubic feet per minute, you multiply by 2.1188819931.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 L/s to cubic feet per minute:
We need to convert liters per second to cubic feet per minute
Since 1 L/s = 2.1188819931 CFM, multiply by 2.1188819931
5 × 2.1188819931 = 10.594409966
5 L/s = 10.594409966 CFM
Liter per Second to Cubic Foot per Minute Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common liter per second to cubic foot per minute conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Liters per Second (L/s) | Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) |
|---|---|
| 1 L/s | 2.1188819931 CFM |
| 2 L/s | 4.2377639862 CFM |
| 5 L/s | 10.594409966 CFM |
| 10 L/s | 21.188819931 CFM |
| 15 L/s | 31.783229897 CFM |
| 20 L/s | 42.377639862 CFM |
| 25 L/s | 52.972049828 CFM |
| 50 L/s | 105.94409966 CFM |
| 100 L/s | 211.88819931 CFM |
About These Units
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert liters per second to cubic feet per minute?
To convert liters per second to cubic feet per minute, multiply the value by 2.1188819931. For example, 10 L/s = 21.188819931 CFM.
How many cubic feet per minute are in 1 liter per second?
1 liter per second equals 2.1188819931 cubic feet per minute.
What is the formula for liters per second to cubic feet per minute?
The formula is: CFM = L/s × 2.1188819931.