Cubic meters per second (m3/s) to Pints per second (pnt/s) conversion

Cubic meters per second to Pints per second conversion table

Cubic meters per second (m3/s)Pints per second (pnt/s)
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12113.37641875
24226.7528375
36340.12925625
48453.505675
510566.88209375
612680.2585125
714793.63493125
816907.01135
919020.38776875
1021133.7641875
2042267.528375
3063401.2925625
4084535.05675
50105668.8209375
60126802.585125
70147936.3493125
80169070.1135
90190203.8776875
100211337.641875
10002113376.41875

How to convert cubic meters per second to pints per second?

To convert cubic meters per second (m³/s) to pints per second (pt/s), you need to know the conversion factor between cubic meters and pints.

1 cubic meter equals approximately 2113.3764188652 pints (U.S. liquid pints).

So to convert 1 cubic meter per second to pints per second: 1m3/s×2113.3764188652pt/m3=2113.3764188652pt/s1 \, \text{m}^3/\text{s} \times 2113.3764188652 \, \text{pt/m}^3 = 2113.3764188652 \, \text{pt/s}

Therefore, 1 cubic meter per second is equal to 2113.3764188652 pints per second.

Real-World Examples for Other Quantities of Cubic Meters per Second:

  1. 0.01 m³/s:

    • This would be approximately 21.13 pints per second.
    • Comparable to the flow of a moderate garden hose.
  2. 0.1 m³/s:

    • This would be approximately 211.34 pints per second.
    • Comparable to the flow from a fire hydrant.
  3. 10 m³/s:

    • This would be approximately 21,133.76 pints per second.
    • Comparable to the discharge rate of a small river or a large industrial pump.
  4. 50 m³/s:

    • This would be approximately 105,668.82 pints per second.
    • Comparable to the average flow rate of a small, yet significant river.
  5. 100 m³/s:

    • This would be approximately 211,337.64 pints per second.
    • Comparable to a large river's flow rate, such as the flow of the Thames River in the UK.

These examples help illustrate the significant differences in flow rates and how they relate to real-world scenarios.

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 Pints per second to other unit conversions.

What is cubic meters per second?

What is Cubic meters per second?

Cubic meters per second (m3/sm^3/s) is the SI unit for volume flow rate, representing the volume of fluid passing a given point per unit of time. It's a measure of how quickly a volume of fluid is moving.

Understanding Cubic Meters per Second

Definition and Formation

One cubic meter per second is equivalent to a volume of one cubic meter flowing past a point in one second. It is derived from the base SI units of length (meter) and time (second).

Formula and Calculation

The volume flow rate (QQ) can be defined mathematically as:

Q=VtQ = \frac{V}{t}

Where:

  • QQ is the volume flow rate in m3/sm^3/s
  • VV is the volume in m3m^3
  • tt is the time in seconds

Alternatively, if you know the cross-sectional area (AA) of the flow and the average velocity (vv) of the fluid, you can calculate the volume flow rate as:

Q=AvQ = A \cdot v

Where:

  • AA is the cross-sectional area in m2m^2
  • vv is the average velocity in m/sm/s

Relevance and Applications

Relationship with Mass Flow Rate

Volume flow rate is closely related to mass flow rate (m˙\dot{m}), which represents the mass of fluid passing a point per unit of time. The relationship between them is:

m˙=ρQ\dot{m} = \rho \cdot Q

Where:

  • m˙\dot{m} is the mass flow rate in kg/skg/s
  • ρ\rho is the density of the fluid in kg/m3kg/m^3
  • QQ is the volume flow rate in m3/sm^3/s

Real-World Examples

  • Rivers and Streams: Measuring the flow rate of rivers helps hydrologists manage water resources and predict floods. The Amazon River, for example, has an average discharge of about 209,000 m3/sm^3/s.
  • Industrial Processes: Chemical plants and refineries use flow meters to control the rate at which liquids and gases are transferred between tanks and reactors. For instance, controlling the flow rate of reactants in a chemical reactor is crucial for achieving the desired product yield.
  • HVAC Systems: Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems use fans and ducts to circulate air. The flow rate of air through these systems is measured in m3/sm^3/s to ensure proper ventilation and temperature control.
  • Water Supply: Municipal water supply systems use pumps to deliver water to homes and businesses. The flow rate of water through these systems is measured in m3/sm^3/s to ensure adequate water pressure and availability.
  • Hydropower: Hydroelectric power plants use the flow of water through turbines to generate electricity. The volume flow rate of water is a key factor in determining the power output of the plant. The Three Gorges Dam for example, diverts over 45,000 m3/sm^3/s during peak flow.

Interesting Facts and Historical Context

While no specific law or famous person is directly linked to the unit itself, the concept of fluid dynamics, which uses volume flow rate extensively, is deeply rooted in the work of scientists and engineers like:

  • Daniel Bernoulli: Known for Bernoulli's principle, which relates the pressure, velocity, and elevation of a fluid in a stream.
  • Osborne Reynolds: Famous for the Reynolds number, a dimensionless quantity used to predict the flow regime (laminar or turbulent) in a fluid.

These concepts form the foundation for understanding and applying volume flow rate in various fields.

What is pints per second?

Pints per second (pint/s) measures the volume of fluid that passes a point in a given amount of time. It's a unit of volumetric flow rate, commonly used for liquids.

Understanding Pints per Second

Pints per second is a rate, indicating how many pints of a substance flow past a specific point every second. It is typically a more practical unit for measuring smaller flow rates, while larger flow rates might be expressed in gallons per minute or liters per second.

Formation of the Unit

The unit is derived from two base units:

  • Pint (pint): A unit of volume. In the US system, there are both liquid and dry pints. Here, we refer to liquid pints.
  • Second (s): A unit of time.

Combining these, we get pints per second (pint/s), representing volume per unit time.

Formula and Calculation

Flow rate (QQ) is generally calculated as:

Q=VtQ = \frac{V}{t}

Where:

  • QQ is the flow rate (in pints per second)
  • VV is the volume (in pints)
  • tt is the time (in seconds)

Real-World Examples & Conversions

While "pints per second" might not be the most common unit encountered daily, understanding the concept of volume flow rate is crucial. Here are a few related examples and conversions to provide perspective:

  • Dosing Pumps: Small dosing pumps used in chemical processing or water treatment might operate at flow rates measurable in pints per second.
  • Small Streams/Waterfalls: The flow rate of a small stream or the outflow of a small waterfall could be estimated in pints per second.

Conversions to other common units:

  • 1 pint/s = 0.125 gallons/s
  • 1 pint/s = 7.48 gallons/minute
  • 1 pint/s = 0.473 liters/s
  • 1 pint/s = 473.176 milliliters/s

Related Concepts and Applications

While there isn't a specific "law" tied directly to pints per second, it's essential to understand how flow rate relates to other physical principles:

  • Fluid Dynamics: Pints per second is a practical unit within fluid dynamics, helping to describe the motion of liquids.

  • Continuity Equation: The principle of mass conservation in fluid dynamics leads to the continuity equation, which states that for an incompressible fluid in a closed system, the mass flow rate is constant. For a fluid with constant density ρ\rho, the volumetric flow rate QQ is constant. Mathematically, this can be expressed as:

    A1v1=A2v2A_1v_1 = A_2v_2

    Where AA is the cross-sectional area of the flow and vv is the average velocity. This equation means that if you decrease the cross-sectional area, the velocity of the flow must increase to maintain a constant flow rate in m3/sm^3/s or pint/spint/s.

  • Hagen-Poiseuille Equation: This equation describes the pressure drop of an incompressible and Newtonian fluid in laminar flow through a long cylindrical pipe. Flow rate is directly proportional to the pressure difference and inversely proportional to the fluid's viscosity and the length of the pipe.

    Q=πr4ΔP8ηLQ = \frac{\pi r^4 \Delta P}{8 \eta L}

    Where:

    • QQ is the volumetric flow rate (e.g., in m3/sm^3/s).
    • rr is the radius of the pipe.
    • ΔP\Delta P is the pressure difference between the ends of the pipe.
    • η\eta is the dynamic viscosity of the fluid.
    • LL is the length of the pipe.

Complete Cubic meters per second conversion table

Enter # of Cubic meters per second
Convert 1 m3/s to other unitsResult
Cubic meters per second to Cubic Millimeters per second (m3/s to mm3/s)1000000000
Cubic meters per second to Cubic Centimeters per second (m3/s to cm3/s)1000000
Cubic meters per second to Cubic Decimeters per second (m3/s to dm3/s)1000
Cubic meters per second to Cubic Decimeters per minute (m3/s to dm3/min)60000
Cubic meters per second to Cubic Decimeters per hour (m3/s to dm3/h)3600000
Cubic meters per second to Cubic Decimeters per day (m3/s to dm3/d)86400000
Cubic meters per second to Cubic Decimeters per year (m3/s to dm3/a)31557600000
Cubic meters per second to Millilitres per second (m3/s to ml/s)1000000
Cubic meters per second to Centilitres per second (m3/s to cl/s)100000
Cubic meters per second to Decilitres per second (m3/s to dl/s)10000
Cubic meters per second to Litres per second (m3/s to l/s)1000
Cubic meters per second to Litres per minute (m3/s to l/min)60000
Cubic meters per second to Litres per hour (m3/s to l/h)3600000
Cubic meters per second to Litres per day (m3/s to l/d)86400000
Cubic meters per second to Litres per year (m3/s to l/a)31557600000
Cubic meters per second to Kilolitres per second (m3/s to kl/s)1
Cubic meters per second to Kilolitres per minute (m3/s to kl/min)60
Cubic meters per second to Kilolitres per hour (m3/s to kl/h)3600
Cubic meters per second to Cubic meters per minute (m3/s to m3/min)60
Cubic meters per second to Cubic meters per hour (m3/s to m3/h)3600
Cubic meters per second to Cubic meters per day (m3/s to m3/d)86400
Cubic meters per second to Cubic meters per year (m3/s to m3/a)31557600
Cubic meters per second to Cubic kilometers per second (m3/s to km3/s)1e-9
Cubic meters per second to Teaspoons per second (m3/s to tsp/s)202884.1362
Cubic meters per second to Tablespoons per second (m3/s to Tbs/s)67628.0454
Cubic meters per second to Cubic inches per second (m3/s to in3/s)61024.025374023
Cubic meters per second to Cubic inches per minute (m3/s to in3/min)3661441.5224414
Cubic meters per second to Cubic inches per hour (m3/s to in3/h)219686491.34648
Cubic meters per second to Fluid Ounces per second (m3/s to fl-oz/s)33814.0227
Cubic meters per second to Fluid Ounces per minute (m3/s to fl-oz/min)2028841.362
Cubic meters per second to Fluid Ounces per hour (m3/s to fl-oz/h)121730481.72
Cubic meters per second to Cups per second (m3/s to cup/s)4226.7528375
Cubic meters per second to Pints per second (m3/s to pnt/s)2113.37641875
Cubic meters per second to Pints per minute (m3/s to pnt/min)126802.585125
Cubic meters per second to Pints per hour (m3/s to pnt/h)7608155.1075
Cubic meters per second to Quarts per second (m3/s to qt/s)1056.688209375
Cubic meters per second to Gallons per second (m3/s to gal/s)264.17205234375
Cubic meters per second to Gallons per minute (m3/s to gal/min)15850.323140625
Cubic meters per second to Gallons per hour (m3/s to gal/h)951019.3884375
Cubic meters per second to Cubic feet per second (m3/s to ft3/s)35.314684921034
Cubic meters per second to Cubic feet per minute (m3/s to ft3/min)2118.8810952621
Cubic meters per second to Cubic feet per hour (m3/s to ft3/h)127132.86571572
Cubic meters per second to Cubic yards per second (m3/s to yd3/s)1.3079493708587
Cubic meters per second to Cubic yards per minute (m3/s to yd3/min)78.476962251525
Cubic meters per second to Cubic yards per hour (m3/s to yd3/h)4708.6177350915

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