Fluid Ounces per second (fl-oz/s) to Cubic inches per second (in3/s) conversion

Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic inches per second conversion table

Fluid Ounces per second (fl-oz/s)Cubic inches per second (in3/s)
00
11.8046958185198
23.6093916370396
35.4140874555594
47.2187832740792
59.0234790925989
610.828174911119
712.632870729639
814.437566548158
916.242262366678
1018.046958185198
2036.093916370396
3054.140874555594
4072.187832740792
5090.234790925989
60108.28174911119
70126.32870729639
80144.37566548158
90162.42262366678
100180.46958185198
10001804.6958185198

How to convert fluid ounces per second to cubic inches per second?

Converting between fluid ounces per second and cubic inches per second involves understanding the relationship between these two units of volume flow rate. Since both are units of volume per unit time, the conversion is straightforward.

Conversion Fundamentals

The key to this conversion lies in knowing the equivalence between fluid ounces (fl oz) and cubic inches (in$^3$). 1 U.S. fluid ounce is equivalent to approximately 1.80469 cubic inches. NIST Ref

Converting Fluid Ounces per Second to Cubic Inches per Second

To convert from fluid ounces per second to cubic inches per second, you multiply the value in fluid ounces per second by the conversion factor.

Formula:

Cubic Inches per Second=Fluid Ounces per Second×1.80469\text{Cubic Inches per Second} = \text{Fluid Ounces per Second} \times 1.80469

Example:

Convert 1 fluid ounce per second to cubic inches per second:

1 fl oz/s×1.80469=1.80469 in3/s1 \text{ fl oz/s} \times 1.80469 = 1.80469 \text{ in}^3\text{/s}

Converting Cubic Inches per Second to Fluid Ounces per Second

To convert from cubic inches per second to fluid ounces per second, you divide the value in cubic inches per second by the conversion factor.

Formula:

Fluid Ounces per Second=Cubic Inches per Second1.80469\text{Fluid Ounces per Second} = \frac{\text{Cubic Inches per Second}}{1.80469}

Example:

Convert 1 cubic inch per second to fluid ounces per second:

1 in3/s1.80469=0.55411 fl oz/s\frac{1 \text{ in}^3\text{/s}}{1.80469} = 0.55411 \text{ fl oz/s}

Interesting Facts and Historical Context

While there isn't a specific law or famous figure directly associated with this particular conversion, the standardization of units of measure has a rich history. The need for standardized units arose from the requirements of commerce and science, ensuring accurate and consistent measurements across different regions and applications. Organizations like the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) play a crucial role in maintaining these standards. NIST Ref

Real-World Examples

  1. Fuel Injection Systems: In automotive engineering, understanding the flow rate of fuel injectors is critical. If a fuel injector is rated to deliver 5 fluid ounces per second, that is equivalent to:

    5 fl oz/s×1.80469=9.02345 in3/s5 \text{ fl oz/s} \times 1.80469 = 9.02345 \text{ in}^3\text{/s}

  2. Hydraulic Systems: Hydraulic systems in machinery rely on specific fluid flow rates. For example, if a hydraulic pump moves fluid at a rate of 10 cubic inches per second, that is equivalent to:

    10 in3/s1.80469=5.5411 fl oz/s\frac{10 \text{ in}^3\text{/s}}{1.80469} = 5.5411 \text{ fl oz/s}

  3. Laboratory Experiments: In chemistry or fluid dynamics, precise measurement of fluid flow is necessary. If an experiment requires a flow rate of 0.5 fluid ounces per second, that is equivalent to:

    0.5 fl oz/s×1.80469=0.902345 in3/s0.5 \text{ fl oz/s} \times 1.80469 = 0.902345 \text{ in}^3\text{/s}

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 Cubic inches per second to other unit conversions.

What is Fluid Ounces per Second?

Fluid ounces per second (fl oz/s) is a unit of volumetric flow rate. It measures the volume of fluid passing through a specific point per unit of time. It's commonly used in applications where precise control over fluid flow is important.

Understanding Fluid Ounces

  • Fluid Ounce (fl oz): A unit of volume in the United States customary and British imperial systems of measurement. There are two slightly different definitions:
    • U.S. Fluid Ounce: Approximately 29.5735 milliliters (mL).
    • Imperial Fluid Ounce: Approximately 28.4131 milliliters (mL).
  • Formation: Fluid ounces per second is derived by dividing a volume expressed in fluid ounces by a time expressed in seconds.

Calculating Fluid Ounces per Second

To calculate fluid ounces per second, you'll need to know the volume of fluid and the time it takes to flow. The formula is:

Flow Rate (fl oz/s)=Volume (fl oz)Time (s)\text{Flow Rate (fl oz/s)} = \frac{\text{Volume (fl oz)}}{\text{Time (s)}}

Example: If 60 fluid ounces of liquid flow through a pipe in 10 seconds, the flow rate is:

Flow Rate=60 fl oz10 s=6 fl oz/s\text{Flow Rate} = \frac{60 \text{ fl oz}}{10 \text{ s}} = 6 \text{ fl oz/s}

Real-World Applications and Examples

Fluid ounces per second are encountered in various practical applications:

  • Medical Drip Rate: Intravenous (IV) drips often require precise flow rates measured in small units like fluid ounces per second, ensuring patients receive medication at the correct speed.
  • Small Engine Fuel Consumption: The rate at which fuel is delivered to a small engine (e.g., in a lawnmower or generator) can be measured in fl oz/s, optimizing performance and fuel efficiency.
  • Laboratory Experiments: Precisely dispensing reagents in chemical reactions often demands flow rates in fl oz/s or even smaller units.
  • Drink Dispensing: Automated drink dispensing equipment can measure in fl oz/s

Important Considerations

  • Precision: While fluid ounces per second can be useful, other units like gallons per minute (GPM) or liters per second (L/s) are more commonly used for larger flow rates.
  • Density & Viscosity: For some applications, especially in engineering, it's more important to consider mass flow rate rather than volume flow rate, taking into account fluid density.

What is Cubic Inches per Second?

Cubic inches per second (in$^3$/s) is a unit of flow rate that expresses the volume of a substance passing through a cross-sectional area per unit time. Specifically, it measures how many cubic inches of a substance flow past a point in one second.

Formation of Cubic Inches per Second

This unit is derived from the fundamental units of volume (cubic inches) and time (seconds). It's a volumetric flow rate, calculated as:

Flow Rate=VolumeTime\text{Flow Rate} = \frac{\text{Volume}}{\text{Time}}

In this case:

  • Volume is measured in cubic inches (in$^3$). 1 cubic inch is equal to 16.3871 cm316.3871 \text{ cm}^3.
  • Time is measured in seconds (s).

Therefore, 1 in$^3$/s means that one cubic inch of a substance flows past a specific point in one second.

Real-World Applications and Examples

Understanding the scale of cubic inches per second is easier with real-world examples:

  • Small Engine Displacement: The displacement of small engines, like those in lawnmowers or motorcycles, can be expressed in cubic inches. While not directly a flow rate, it represents the total volume displaced by the pistons during one engine cycle, influencing performance. A larger displacement generally means more power.

  • Hydraulic Systems: In hydraulic systems, such as those used in heavy machinery or braking systems, flow rates are crucial. The rate at which hydraulic fluid flows through valves and cylinders, often measured in gallons per minute (GPM), can be converted to cubic inches per second to ensure precise control and operation. One GPM equals 0.0631 in$^3$/s

  • Fuel Injectors: Fuel injectors in internal combustion engines control the flow of fuel into the cylinders. The flow rate of fuel injectors is critical for engine performance and emissions. While often measured in other units, these rates can be converted to cubic inches per second for comparison.

  • HVAC Systems: Airflow in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems is often measured in cubic feet per minute (CFM). CFM can be converted to cubic inches per second to quantify the amount of air being circulated. One CFM equals 1.728 in$^3$/s

Interesting Facts and Related Concepts

  • Dimensional Analysis: When working with flow rates, dimensional analysis is crucial to ensure consistent units. Converting between different units of volume and time (e.g., gallons per minute to cubic inches per second) requires careful attention to conversion factors.

  • Fluid Dynamics: The study of fluid dynamics relies heavily on the concept of flow rate. Principles like the conservation of mass and Bernoulli's equation are used to analyze and predict fluid behavior in various systems. Bernoulli's principle is a statement about conservation of energy for fluids.

Complete Fluid Ounces per second conversion table

Enter # of Fluid Ounces per second
Convert 1 fl-oz/s to other unitsResult
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic Millimeters per second (fl-oz/s to mm3/s)29573.529564112
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic Centimeters per second (fl-oz/s to cm3/s)29.573529564112
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic Decimeters per second (fl-oz/s to dm3/s)0.02957352956411
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic Decimeters per minute (fl-oz/s to dm3/min)1.7744117738467
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic Decimeters per hour (fl-oz/s to dm3/h)106.4647064308
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic Decimeters per day (fl-oz/s to dm3/d)2555.1529543393
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic Decimeters per year (fl-oz/s to dm3/a)933269.61657242
Fluid Ounces per second to Millilitres per second (fl-oz/s to ml/s)29.573529564112
Fluid Ounces per second to Centilitres per second (fl-oz/s to cl/s)2.9573529564112
Fluid Ounces per second to Decilitres per second (fl-oz/s to dl/s)0.2957352956411
Fluid Ounces per second to Litres per second (fl-oz/s to l/s)0.02957352956411
Fluid Ounces per second to Litres per minute (fl-oz/s to l/min)1.7744117738467
Fluid Ounces per second to Litres per hour (fl-oz/s to l/h)106.4647064308
Fluid Ounces per second to Litres per day (fl-oz/s to l/d)2555.1529543393
Fluid Ounces per second to Litres per year (fl-oz/s to l/a)933269.61657242
Fluid Ounces per second to Kilolitres per second (fl-oz/s to kl/s)0.00002957352956411
Fluid Ounces per second to Kilolitres per minute (fl-oz/s to kl/min)0.001774411773847
Fluid Ounces per second to Kilolitres per hour (fl-oz/s to kl/h)0.1064647064308
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic meters per second (fl-oz/s to m3/s)0.00002957352956411
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic meters per minute (fl-oz/s to m3/min)0.001774411773847
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic meters per hour (fl-oz/s to m3/h)0.1064647064308
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic meters per day (fl-oz/s to m3/d)2.5551529543393
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic meters per year (fl-oz/s to m3/a)933.26961657242
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic kilometers per second (fl-oz/s to km3/s)2.9573529564112e-14
Fluid Ounces per second to Teaspoons per second (fl-oz/s to tsp/s)6
Fluid Ounces per second to Tablespoons per second (fl-oz/s to Tbs/s)2
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic inches per second (fl-oz/s to in3/s)1.8046958185198
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic inches per minute (fl-oz/s to in3/min)108.28174911119
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic inches per hour (fl-oz/s to in3/h)6496.9049466712
Fluid Ounces per second to Fluid Ounces per minute (fl-oz/s to fl-oz/min)60
Fluid Ounces per second to Fluid Ounces per hour (fl-oz/s to fl-oz/h)3600
Fluid Ounces per second to Cups per second (fl-oz/s to cup/s)0.125
Fluid Ounces per second to Pints per second (fl-oz/s to pnt/s)0.0625
Fluid Ounces per second to Pints per minute (fl-oz/s to pnt/min)3.75
Fluid Ounces per second to Pints per hour (fl-oz/s to pnt/h)225
Fluid Ounces per second to Quarts per second (fl-oz/s to qt/s)0.03125
Fluid Ounces per second to Gallons per second (fl-oz/s to gal/s)0.0078125
Fluid Ounces per second to Gallons per minute (fl-oz/s to gal/min)0.46875
Fluid Ounces per second to Gallons per hour (fl-oz/s to gal/h)28.125
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic feet per second (fl-oz/s to ft3/s)0.00104437987856
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic feet per minute (fl-oz/s to ft3/min)0.06266279271357
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic feet per hour (fl-oz/s to ft3/h)3.7597675628142
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic yards per second (fl-oz/s to yd3/s)0.00003868067938745
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic yards per minute (fl-oz/s to yd3/min)0.002320840763247
Fluid Ounces per second to Cubic yards per hour (fl-oz/s to yd3/h)0.1392504457948

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