Convert Cubic Meter per Hour to Liter per Second
Live bidirectional calculator for Cubic Meters per Hour (m³/h) and Liters per Second (L/s) with verified formula and conversion charts.
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How the Calculation Works (Linear Scaling)
Since 1 Liter per Second = 3.6 Cubic Meters per Hour, divide the value in Cubic Meters per Hour by 3.6.
Cubic Meter per Hour to Liter per Second Conversion Table
Precomputed values for quick reference and printing.
| Cubic Meter per Hour | Liter per Second |
|---|---|
| 1 m³/h | 0.2778 L/s |
| 2 m³/h | 0.5556 L/s |
| 3 m³/h | 0.8333 L/s |
| 4 m³/h | 1.1111 L/s |
| 5 m³/h | 1.3889 L/s |
| 6 m³/h | 1.6667 L/s |
| 7 m³/h | 1.9444 L/s |
| 8 m³/h | 2.2222 L/s |
| 9 m³/h | 2.5 L/s |
| 10 m³/h | 2.7778 L/s |
| 15 m³/h | 4.1667 L/s |
| 20 m³/h | 5.5556 L/s |
| 25 m³/h | 6.9444 L/s |
| 30 m³/h | 8.3333 L/s |
| 40 m³/h | 11.1111 L/s |
| 50 m³/h | 13.8889 L/s |
| 75 m³/h | 20.8333 L/s |
| 100 m³/h | 27.7778 L/s |
| Liter per Second | Cubic Meter per Hour |
|---|---|
| 1 L/s | 3.6 m³/h |
| 2 L/s | 7.2 m³/h |
| 3 L/s | 10.8 m³/h |
| 4 L/s | 14.4 m³/h |
| 5 L/s | 18 m³/h |
| 6 L/s | 21.6 m³/h |
| 7 L/s | 25.2 m³/h |
| 8 L/s | 28.8 m³/h |
| 9 L/s | 32.4 m³/h |
| 10 L/s | 36 m³/h |
| 15 L/s | 54 m³/h |
| 20 L/s | 72 m³/h |
| 25 L/s | 90 m³/h |
| 30 L/s | 108 m³/h |
| 40 L/s | 144 m³/h |
| 50 L/s | 180 m³/h |
| 75 L/s | 270 m³/h |
| 100 L/s | 360 m³/h |
📌 Standard Benchmark Reference Values
Civil and municipal pipeline flow standard (0.001 m³/s × 3,600 s/h).
Exact RatioAbout Cubic Meter per Hour (m³/h)
A metric volumetric flow rate unit equal to 1/3,600 m³/s (≈ 0.0002778 m³/s).
History: Primary industrial and municipal standard for commercial fluid and gas flow metering.
Common Uses: HVAC fan ventilation airflows, industrial centrifugal water pumps, natural gas utility meters.
About Liter per Second (L/s)
A metric volumetric flow rate equal to one thousandth of a cubic meter per second (0.001 m³/s).
History: Standard plumbing and agricultural flow rate metric across Europe and metric nations.
Common Uses: Fire hydrant discharge, residential water supply lines, irrigation pipe headers.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many Liters per Second are in 1 Cubic Meter per Hour?
There are exactly 0.277778 Liters per Second in 1 Cubic Meter per Hour (1 m³/h = 0.277778 L/s).
What is the formula to convert Cubic Meter per Hour to Liter per Second?
The formula is: Liter per Second = Cubic Meter per Hour / 3.6. Since 1 Liter per Second = 3.6 Cubic Meters per Hour, divide the value in Cubic Meters per Hour by 3.6.
How do I convert 1 m³/h to L/s manually?
To convert 1 m³/h to L/s: apply the formula Liter per Second = Cubic Meter per Hour / 3.6. Substituting gives: 1 / 3.6 = 0.2778 L/s.