Cubic feet per minute (ft3/min) to Decilitres per second (dl/s) conversion

Cubic feet per minute to Decilitres per second conversion table

Cubic feet per minute (ft3/min)Decilitres per second (dl/s)
00
14.7194719998024
29.4389439996048
314.158415999407
418.87788799921
523.597359999012
628.316831998815
733.036303998617
837.755775998419
942.475247998222
1047.194719998024
2094.389439996048
30141.58415999407
40188.7788799921
50235.97359999012
60283.16831998815
70330.36303998617
80377.55775998419
90424.75247998222
100471.94719998024
10004719.4719998024

How to convert cubic feet per minute to decilitres per second?

To convert cubic feet per minute (CFM) to deciliters per second (dL/s), you need to go through the following steps:

  1. Convert cubic feet to liters:

    1 cubic foot = 28.3168466 liters.

  2. Convert minutes to seconds:

    1 minute = 60 seconds.

  3. Combine these conversions:

    • 1 CFM = 28.3168466 liters/min.
    • Therefore, to convert liters/minute to liters/second: 28.3168466 liters/min×1 min60 sec=0.471947443 liters/sec 28.3168466 \text{ liters/min} \times \frac{1 \text{ min}}{60 \text{ sec}} = 0.471947443 \text{ liters/sec}
  4. Convert liters to deciliters:

    1 liter = 10 deciliters.

    • Therefore, 0.471947443 liters/sec×10 dL/L=4.71947443 dL/sec 0.471947443 \text{ liters/sec} \times 10 \text{ dL/L} = 4.71947443 \text{ dL/sec}

So, 1 CFM is approximately equal to 4.719 deciliters per second (dL/s).

Real-world Examples for Other Quantities of Cubic Feet Per Minute

  1. Household Fan:

    • A standard household oscillating fan might move air at around 100 CFM.
    • To convert this to dL/s: 100 CFM×4.71947443 dL/sec/CFM=471.947443 dL/sec 100 \text{ CFM} \times 4.71947443 \text{ dL/sec/CFM} = 471.947443 \text{ dL/sec}
  2. HVAC System:

    • A typical residential HVAC system might have a flow rate of 1,000 CFM.
    • To convert this to dL/s: 1,000 CFM×4.71947443 dL/sec/CFM=4,719.47443 dL/sec 1,000 \text{ CFM} \times 4.71947443 \text{ dL/sec/CFM} = 4,719.47443 \text{ dL/sec}
  3. Industrial Blower:

    • A large industrial blower might move air at around 10,000 CFM.
    • To convert this to dL/s: 10,000 CFM×4.71947443 dL/sec/CFM=47,194.7443 dL/sec 10,000 \text{ CFM} \times 4.71947443 \text{ dL/sec/CFM} = 47,194.7443 \text{ dL/sec}

These examples show how air flow at different values of cubic feet per minute can be converted into deciliters per second, providing a useful perspective for various applications from household to industrial contexts.

See below section for step by step unit conversion with formulas and explanations. Please refer to the table below for a list of all the Decilitres per second to other unit conversions.

What is cubic feet per minute?

What is Cubic feet per minute?

Cubic feet per minute (CFM) is a unit of measurement that expresses the volume of a substance (usually air or gas) flowing per minute. It's commonly used to measure airflow in ventilation, HVAC systems, and other industrial processes. Understanding CFM helps in selecting appropriate equipment and ensuring efficient system performance.

Understanding Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM)

Definition

CFM defines the amount of cubic feet that passes through a specific area in one minute. It is a standard unit for measuring volume flow rate in the United States.

How it is formed?

CFM is derived from the units of volume (cubic feet, ft3ft^3) and time (minutes, min). Therefore, 1 CFM means one cubic foot of a substance passes a specific point every minute.

Formula

The relationship between volume, time, and CFM can be expressed as:

CFM=Volume(ft3)Time(minutes)CFM = \frac{Volume (ft^3)}{Time (minutes)}

Real-World Applications and Examples

HVAC Systems

  • Home Ventilation: A typical bathroom exhaust fan might have a CFM rating of 50-100, depending on the bathroom's size. This ensures adequate removal of moisture and odors.
  • Air Conditioners: The CFM rating of a central air conditioning system is crucial for proper cooling. For instance, a 2.5-ton AC unit might require around 1000 CFM to effectively cool a space.
  • Furnaces: Furnaces use CFM to ensure proper airflow across the heat exchanger, maintaining efficiency and preventing overheating.

Industrial Applications

  • Pneumatic Tools: Air compressors powering pneumatic tools (like nail guns or impact wrenches) are often rated by CFM delivered at a certain pressure (PSI). For example, a heavy-duty impact wrench might require 5 CFM at 90 PSI.
  • Spray Painting: Air compressors used for spray painting need a specific CFM to atomize the paint properly. An automotive paint job may require a compressor delivering 10-15 CFM at 40 PSI.
  • Dust Collection: Dust collection systems in woodworking shops use CFM to extract sawdust and debris from the air, maintaining a clean and safe working environment. A small shop might use a system with 600-800 CFM.

Other Examples

  • Computer Cooling: Fans used to cool computer components (CPUs, GPUs) are rated in CFM to indicate how much air they can move across the heat sink.
  • Leaf Blowers: Leaf blowers are often specified by CFM, indicating their ability to move leaves and debris.

Interesting Facts

Standard Conditions

When comparing CFM values, it's important to note the conditions under which they were measured. Standard conditions for airflow are typically at a specific temperature and pressure (e.g., Standard Temperature and Pressure, or STP).

Conversion to Other Units

CFM can be converted to other volume flow rate units, such as cubic meters per hour (m3/hm^3/h) or liters per second (L/s), using appropriate conversion factors.

  • 1 CFM ≈ 1.699 m3/hm^3/h
  • 1 CFM ≈ 0.472 L/s

Relationship to Velocity

CFM is related to air velocity and the cross-sectional area of the flow. The formula linking these is:

CFM=Area(ft2)×Velocity(ft/min)CFM = Area (ft^2) \times Velocity (ft/min)

This relationship is crucial in designing ductwork and ventilation systems to ensure proper airflow. You can find more about this relationship on engineering websites such as How to measure air volume flow or air velocity?

What is decilitres per second?

Decilitres per second (dL/s) is a unit used to measure volume flow rate, representing the volume of fluid passing through a given area per unit of time. It is not a commonly used SI unit but is derived from SI units.

Understanding Decilitres per Second

A decilitre is a unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a litre (0.1 L), and a second is the base unit of time in the International System of Units (SI). Therefore, one decilitre per second is equivalent to 0.1 litres of fluid passing a point in one second.

  • 1 dL = 0.1 L
  • 1 L = 0.001 m3m^3
  • Therefore, 1 dL/s = 0.0001 m3m^3/s

Formation and Conversion

Decilitres per second is derived from the litre (L) and second (s). The prefix "deci-" indicates one-tenth. Here's how it relates to other flow rate units:

  • Conversion to m3m^3/s (SI unit): 1 dL/s = 0.0001 m3m^3/s
  • Conversion to L/s: 1 dL/s = 0.1 L/s
  • Conversion to mL/s: 1 dL/s = 100 mL/s

Common Uses and Real-World Examples (Other Volume Flow Rates)

While dL/s is not a standard unit, understanding flow rates is crucial in many fields. Here are examples using more common units to illustrate the concept.

  • Water Flow: A garden hose might deliver water at a rate of 10-20 liters per minute (L/min). Industrial water pumps can have flow rates of several cubic meters per hour (m3m^3/h).
  • Respiratory Rate: The peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR), measuring how quickly someone can exhale air, is often measured in liters per minute (L/min). A healthy adult might have a PEFR of 400-700 L/min.
  • Blood Flow: Cardiac output, the amount of blood the heart pumps per minute, is typically around 5 liters per minute (L/min) at rest.
  • Industrial Processes: Many chemical and manufacturing processes involve precise control of fluid flow rates, often measured in liters per minute (L/min), gallons per minute (GPM), or cubic meters per hour (m3m^3/h). For example, a machine filling bottles might dispense liquid at a specific rate in milliliters per second (mL/s).
  • HVAC Systems: Airflow in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems is frequently measured in cubic feet per minute (CFM) or cubic meters per hour (m3m^3/h).

Relevance and Context

While no specific law is directly tied to decilitres per second, the general principles of fluid dynamics and fluid mechanics govern its behavior. Bernoulli's principle, for instance, relates fluid speed to pressure, impacting flow rates in various systems. The study of fluid dynamics has involved many well-known scientists like Daniel Bernoulli, Isaac Newton, and Osborne Reynolds.

Complete Cubic feet per minute conversion table

Enter # of Cubic feet per minute
Convert 1 ft3/min to other unitsResult
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic Millimeters per second (ft3/min to mm3/s)471947.19998024
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic Centimeters per second (ft3/min to cm3/s)471.94719998024
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic Decimeters per second (ft3/min to dm3/s)0.4719471999802
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic Decimeters per minute (ft3/min to dm3/min)28.316831998815
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic Decimeters per hour (ft3/min to dm3/h)1699.0099199289
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic Decimeters per day (ft3/min to dm3/d)40776.238078293
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic Decimeters per year (ft3/min to dm3/a)14893520.958096
Cubic feet per minute to Millilitres per second (ft3/min to ml/s)471.94719998024
Cubic feet per minute to Centilitres per second (ft3/min to cl/s)47.194719998024
Cubic feet per minute to Decilitres per second (ft3/min to dl/s)4.7194719998024
Cubic feet per minute to Litres per second (ft3/min to l/s)0.4719471999802
Cubic feet per minute to Litres per minute (ft3/min to l/min)28.316831998815
Cubic feet per minute to Litres per hour (ft3/min to l/h)1699.0099199289
Cubic feet per minute to Litres per day (ft3/min to l/d)40776.238078293
Cubic feet per minute to Litres per year (ft3/min to l/a)14893520.958096
Cubic feet per minute to Kilolitres per second (ft3/min to kl/s)0.0004719471999802
Cubic feet per minute to Kilolitres per minute (ft3/min to kl/min)0.02831683199881
Cubic feet per minute to Kilolitres per hour (ft3/min to kl/h)1.6990099199289
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic meters per second (ft3/min to m3/s)0.0004719471999802
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic meters per minute (ft3/min to m3/min)0.02831683199881
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic meters per hour (ft3/min to m3/h)1.6990099199289
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic meters per day (ft3/min to m3/d)40.776238078293
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic meters per year (ft3/min to m3/a)14893.520958096
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic kilometers per second (ft3/min to km3/s)4.7194719998024e-13
Cubic feet per minute to Teaspoons per second (ft3/min to tsp/s)95.7506
Cubic feet per minute to Tablespoons per second (ft3/min to Tbs/s)31.916866666667
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic inches per second (ft3/min to in3/s)28.800117906793
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic inches per minute (ft3/min to in3/min)1728.0070744076
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic inches per hour (ft3/min to in3/h)103680.42446446
Cubic feet per minute to Fluid Ounces per second (ft3/min to fl-oz/s)15.958433333333
Cubic feet per minute to Fluid Ounces per minute (ft3/min to fl-oz/min)957.506
Cubic feet per minute to Fluid Ounces per hour (ft3/min to fl-oz/h)57450.36
Cubic feet per minute to Cups per second (ft3/min to cup/s)1.9948041666667
Cubic feet per minute to Pints per second (ft3/min to pnt/s)0.9974020833333
Cubic feet per minute to Pints per minute (ft3/min to pnt/min)59.844125
Cubic feet per minute to Pints per hour (ft3/min to pnt/h)3590.6475
Cubic feet per minute to Quarts per second (ft3/min to qt/s)0.4987010416667
Cubic feet per minute to Gallons per second (ft3/min to gal/s)0.1246752604167
Cubic feet per minute to Gallons per minute (ft3/min to gal/min)7.480515625
Cubic feet per minute to Gallons per hour (ft3/min to gal/h)448.8309375
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic feet per second (ft3/min to ft3/s)0.01666666666667
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic feet per hour (ft3/min to ft3/h)60
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic yards per second (ft3/min to yd3/s)0.0006172830432927
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic yards per minute (ft3/min to yd3/min)0.03703698259756
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic yards per hour (ft3/min to yd3/h)2.2222189558537

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