Gallons per second to Cubic inches per hour conversion

How to convert gallons per second to cubic inches per hour?

To convert 1 gallon per second (GPS) to cubic inches per hour (CIH), follow these steps:

1. Understand the units:

   • 1 gallon = 231 cubic inches (CI)
   • 1 hour = 3600 seconds

2. Convert GPS to cubic inches per second (CIS): Since 1 gallon is equivalent to 231 cubic inches, 1 gallon per second is equal to: $1 \text{ GPS} = 231 \text{ CIS}$

3. Convert cubic inches per second to cubic inches per hour: Since there are 3600 seconds in an hour: $231 \text{ CIS} \times 3600 \text{ seconds per hour} = 831,600 \text{ CIH}$

So, 1 gallon per second is equal to 831,600 cubic inches per hour.

Some Real-World Examples of Gallons per Second Conversions:

1. Municipal Water Supply:

   • A city water treatment plant might process a large volume of water. For instance, if the plant processes 100 gallons per second: $100 \text{ GPS} \text{ = } 83,160,000 \text{ CIH}$ This is enough water to supply a city with thousands of residents.

2. Fire Hydrants:

   • A typical fire hydrant can flow at a rate of about 1.5 gallons per second: $1.5 \text{ GPS} \text{ = } 1.5 \times 831,600 \text{ CIH} = 1,247,400 \text{ CIH}$ This high flow rate is necessary for extinguishing large fires efficiently.

3. Irrigation Systems:

   • Agricultural sprinklers or irrigation systems might need a specific flow rate to adequately water crops. For example, an irrigation system with a flow rate of 0.5 GPS: $0.5 \text{ GPS} \text{ = } 0.5 \times 831,600 \text{ CIH} = 415,800 \text{ CIH}$ This ensures fields get the required amount of water without waste.

4. Industrial Cooling Systems:

   • In industrial settings, cooling systems may utilize large amounts of water. A cooling system might operate at 2 gallons per second: $2 \text{ GPS} \text{ = } 2 \times 831,600 \text{ CIH} = 1,663,200 \text{ CIH}$ This high rate helps to ensure critical machinery is kept within safe operational temperatures.

By using these conversions and understanding the relationship between these units, it becomes easier to visualize and plan for different practical applications in various fields.