Gallons per second to Cubic inches per minute conversion

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

To convert gallons per second (GPS) to cubic inches per minute (CIM), you need to follow this conversion process:

1. Gallons to Cubic Inches: 1 gallon is equivalent to 231 cubic inches.

2. Seconds to Minutes: 1 second is ^1/60 minutes, so there are 60 seconds in a minute.

Given these conversion factors, follow these steps to convert 1 gallon per second to cubic inches per minute:

1. Convert gallons to cubic inches: $1 \text{ gallon} \times 231 \text{ cubic inches/gallon} = 231 \text{ cubic inches}$

2. Convert seconds to minutes: Since we are measuring per second, we need to multiply by 60 to get the per minute rate: $231 \text{ cubic inches/second} \times 60 \text{ seconds/minute} = 13860 \text{ cubic inches/minute}$

So, 1 gallon per second is equal to 13,860 cubic inches per minute.

Real-World Examples of Gallons per Second (GPS)

1. Fire Hydrants: A standard fire hydrant can deliver water at rates ranging from about 1 to 3 gallons per second (GPS). This high flow rate is necessary for firefighting purposes.

2. River Flow: Small rivers or streams may have flow rates that can be described in GPS. For instance, a small creek could have a flow rate of around 0.5 GPS during normal conditions.

3. Water Pumps in Large Pools or Water Parks: Industrial-grade water pumps used in water parks to power large slides or wave pools can have flow rates of several gallons per second.

4. Industrial Processes: Certain industrial processes that require rapid filling or draining might use pumps that operate at rates around or exceeding 1 GPS. This can include operations in chemical plants, wastewater treatment facilities, and other manufacturing environments.

These examples demonstrate the utility and application of measuring liquid flow rates in gallons per second.