Cubic Millimeters per second (mm3/s) to Pints per second (pnt/s) conversion

Cubic Millimeters per second to Pints per second conversion table

Cubic Millimeters per second (mm3/s)Pints per second (pnt/s)
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10.00000211337641875
20.0000042267528375
30.00000634012925625
40.000008453505675
50.00001056688209375
60.0000126802585125
70.00001479363493125
80.00001690701135
90.00001902038776875
100.0000211337641875
200.000042267528375
300.0000634012925625
400.00008453505675
500.0001056688209375
600.000126802585125
700.0001479363493125
800.0001690701135
900.0001902038776875
1000.000211337641875
10000.00211337641875

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

Here's a guide to converting between cubic millimeters per second and pints per second, covering the steps, formulas, and some context.

Understanding the Conversion

Converting between cubic millimeters per second (mm3/smm^3/s) and pints per second (pt/s) involves understanding the relationship between volume units in the metric and imperial systems. This conversion is valuable in various scientific and engineering applications where fluid flow rates need to be accurately compared or translated between different measurement systems.

Conversion Factors

The key to this conversion is knowing the relationship between cubic millimeters and pints. Here's the approximate conversion factor:

1 pt473176mm31 \text{ pt} \approx 473176 mm^3

or conversely:

1 mm32.113×106 pt1 \text{ } mm^3 \approx 2.113 \times 10^{-6} \text{ pt}

Converting Cubic Millimeters per Second to Pints per Second

To convert from cubic millimeters per second to pints per second, use the following formula:

Pints per second=Cubic Millimeters per Second×(2.113×106)\text{Pints per second} = \text{Cubic Millimeters per Second} \times (2.113 \times 10^{-6})

Example:

Convert 1 mm3/smm^3/s to pints per second:

1 mm3/s×(2.113×106)=2.113×106 pt/s1 \text{ } mm^3/s \times (2.113 \times 10^{-6}) = 2.113 \times 10^{-6} \text{ pt/s}

Converting Pints per Second to Cubic Millimeters per Second

To convert from pints per second to cubic millimeters per second, use the reciprocal of the conversion factor:

Cubic Millimeters per Second=Pints per Second×473176\text{Cubic Millimeters per Second} = \text{Pints per Second} \times 473176

Example:

Convert 1 pt/s to cubic millimeters per second:

1 pt/s×473176=473176 mm3/s1 \text{ pt/s} \times 473176 = 473176 \text{ } mm^3/s

Base 10 vs Base 2

The conversion between cubic millimeters per second and pints per second is a direct conversion between units of volume and time, and it does not inherently involve base 10 (decimal) or base 2 (binary) systems. These bases are more relevant in the context of digital data and storage. In the context of volume flow rate conversion, the numerical representation remains the same regardless of the base.

Real-World Examples

  1. Medical Infusion Rates: Medical devices that deliver intravenous fluids often use precise flow rates. Converting mm3/smm^3/s to pt/s might be relevant when comparing the specifications of a device manufactured using metric standards with a protocol defined in imperial units.
  2. Small Engine Fuel Consumption: The fuel consumption of small engines is sometimes measured in volumetric flow rates. A lawnmower engine's fuel usage could be specified in mm3/smm^3/s in the design documents, but for practical purposes, mechanics might want to understand this in pints per second (though pints per hour would be more common).
  3. Laboratory Experiments: In microfluidics and chemical engineering labs, controlling flow rates is critical. Syringe pumps, for example, might dispense reagents at rates measured in mm3/smm^3/s. If the experiment requires a comparison or integration with processes measured in imperial units, converting to pints per second becomes necessary.
  4. 3D Printing: Certain 3D printing processes that utilize liquid resins or materials require precise control of flow rates. This may involve converting between metric units used by the printer's control system and imperial units used in material specifications or documentation.

Laws and Notable Figures

While there isn't a specific law named after a person for this particular unit conversion, the principles behind it relate to dimensional analysis and unit conversions, which are fundamental in physics and engineering. Figures like Isaac Newton contributed to the establishment of standardized units and the understanding of physical quantities, which underlies all unit conversions.

For more information on unit conversions and standards, resources like the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) provide valuable data and tools.

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 Millimeters per Second?

Cubic millimeters per second (mm3/smm^3/s) is a unit of volumetric flow rate, indicating the volume of a substance passing through a specific area each second. It's a measure of how much volume flows within a given time frame. This unit is particularly useful when dealing with very small flow rates.

Formation of Cubic Millimeters per Second

The unit mm3/smm^3/s is derived from the base units of volume (cubic millimeters) and time (seconds).

  • Cubic Millimeter (mm3mm^3): A cubic millimeter is a unit of volume, representing a cube with sides that are each one millimeter in length.

  • Second (s): The second is the base unit of time in the International System of Units (SI).

Combining these, mm3/smm^3/s expresses the volume in cubic millimeters that flows or passes through a point in one second.

Flow Rate Formula

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

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

Where:

  • QQ is the flow rate (mm3/smm^3/s).
  • VV is the volume (mm3mm^3).
  • tt is the time (s).

This formula indicates that the flow rate is the volume of fluid passing through a cross-sectional area per unit time.

Applications and Examples

While mm3/smm^3/s might seem like a very small unit, it's applicable in several fields:

  • Medical Devices: Infusion pumps deliver medication at precisely controlled, often very slow, flow rates. For example, a pump might deliver insulin at a rate of 5 mm3/smm^3/s.

  • Microfluidics: In microfluidic devices, used for lab-on-a-chip applications, reagents flow at very low rates. Reactions can be studied using flow rates of 1 mm3/smm^3/s.

  • 3D Printing: Some high resolution 3D printers using resin operate by very slowly dispensing material. The printer can be said to be pushing out material at 2 mm3/smm^3/s.

Relevance to Fluid Dynamics

Cubic millimeters per second relates directly to fluid dynamics, particularly in scenarios involving low Reynolds numbers, where flow is laminar and highly controlled. This is essential in applications requiring precision and minimal turbulence. You can learn more about fluid dynamics at Khan Academy's Fluid Mechanics Section.

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 Millimeters per second conversion table

Enter # of Cubic Millimeters per second
Convert 1 mm3/s to other unitsResult
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic Centimeters per second (mm3/s to cm3/s)0.001
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic Decimeters per second (mm3/s to dm3/s)0.000001
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic Decimeters per minute (mm3/s to dm3/min)0.00006
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic Decimeters per hour (mm3/s to dm3/h)0.0036
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic Decimeters per day (mm3/s to dm3/d)0.0864
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic Decimeters per year (mm3/s to dm3/a)31.5576
Cubic Millimeters per second to Millilitres per second (mm3/s to ml/s)0.001
Cubic Millimeters per second to Centilitres per second (mm3/s to cl/s)0.0001
Cubic Millimeters per second to Decilitres per second (mm3/s to dl/s)0.00001
Cubic Millimeters per second to Litres per second (mm3/s to l/s)0.000001
Cubic Millimeters per second to Litres per minute (mm3/s to l/min)0.00006
Cubic Millimeters per second to Litres per hour (mm3/s to l/h)0.0036
Cubic Millimeters per second to Litres per day (mm3/s to l/d)0.0864
Cubic Millimeters per second to Litres per year (mm3/s to l/a)31.5576
Cubic Millimeters per second to Kilolitres per second (mm3/s to kl/s)1e-9
Cubic Millimeters per second to Kilolitres per minute (mm3/s to kl/min)6e-8
Cubic Millimeters per second to Kilolitres per hour (mm3/s to kl/h)0.0000036
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic meters per second (mm3/s to m3/s)1e-9
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic meters per minute (mm3/s to m3/min)6e-8
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic meters per hour (mm3/s to m3/h)0.0000036
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic meters per day (mm3/s to m3/d)0.0000864
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic meters per year (mm3/s to m3/a)0.0315576
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic kilometers per second (mm3/s to km3/s)1e-18
Cubic Millimeters per second to Teaspoons per second (mm3/s to tsp/s)0.0002028841362
Cubic Millimeters per second to Tablespoons per second (mm3/s to Tbs/s)0.0000676280454
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic inches per second (mm3/s to in3/s)0.00006102402537402
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic inches per minute (mm3/s to in3/min)0.003661441522441
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic inches per hour (mm3/s to in3/h)0.2196864913465
Cubic Millimeters per second to Fluid Ounces per second (mm3/s to fl-oz/s)0.0000338140227
Cubic Millimeters per second to Fluid Ounces per minute (mm3/s to fl-oz/min)0.002028841362
Cubic Millimeters per second to Fluid Ounces per hour (mm3/s to fl-oz/h)0.12173048172
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cups per second (mm3/s to cup/s)0.0000042267528375
Cubic Millimeters per second to Pints per second (mm3/s to pnt/s)0.00000211337641875
Cubic Millimeters per second to Pints per minute (mm3/s to pnt/min)0.000126802585125
Cubic Millimeters per second to Pints per hour (mm3/s to pnt/h)0.0076081551075
Cubic Millimeters per second to Quarts per second (mm3/s to qt/s)0.000001056688209375
Cubic Millimeters per second to Gallons per second (mm3/s to gal/s)2.6417205234375e-7
Cubic Millimeters per second to Gallons per minute (mm3/s to gal/min)0.00001585032314062
Cubic Millimeters per second to Gallons per hour (mm3/s to gal/h)0.0009510193884375
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic feet per second (mm3/s to ft3/s)3.5314684921034e-8
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic feet per minute (mm3/s to ft3/min)0.000002118881095262
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic feet per hour (mm3/s to ft3/h)0.0001271328657157
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic yards per second (mm3/s to yd3/s)1.3079493708587e-9
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic yards per minute (mm3/s to yd3/min)7.8476962251525e-8
Cubic Millimeters per second to Cubic yards per hour (mm3/s to yd3/h)0.000004708617735091

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