Pints per second (pnt/s) to Millilitres per second (ml/s) conversion

Pints per second to Millilitres per second conversion table

Pints per second (pnt/s)Millilitres per second (ml/s)
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1473.17647302579
2946.35294605158
31419.5294190774
41892.7058921032
52365.8823651289
62839.0588381547
73312.2353111805
83785.4117842063
94258.5882572321
104731.7647302579
209463.5294605158
3014195.294190774
4018927.058921032
5023658.823651289
6028390.588381547
7033122.353111805
8037854.117842063
9042585.882572321
10047317.647302579
1000473176.47302579

How to convert pints per second to millilitres per second?

Converting between pints per second and milliliters per second involves understanding the relationship between these two units of volume flow rate. Here's a breakdown of the conversion process, some real-world examples, and related information.

Understanding the Conversion

The key to converting between pints (US) and milliliters lies in knowing the conversion factor.

  • 1 US pint = 473.176473 milliliters (mL)
  • 1 mL = 0.00211338 US pints

These conversions are based on the US customary units system, which is widely used in the United States. Volume conversions are essential in many fields, from cooking to industrial processes.

Converting Pints per Second to Milliliters per Second

To convert 1 pint per second to milliliters per second, use the following formula:

mL/s=Pints/s×473.176473\text{mL/s} = \text{Pints/s} \times 473.176473

So, for 1 pint per second:

1 Pints/s=1×473.176473 mL/s=473.176473 mL/s1 \text{ Pints/s} = 1 \times 473.176473 \text{ mL/s} = 473.176473 \text{ mL/s}

Therefore, 1 pint per second is equal to approximately 473.176473 milliliters per second.

Converting Milliliters per Second to Pints per Second

To convert 1 milliliter per second to pints per second, use the reciprocal of the above conversion factor:

Pints/s=mL/s×0.00211338\text{Pints/s} = \text{mL/s} \times 0.00211338

So, for 1 milliliter per second:

1 mL/s=1×0.00211338 Pints/s=0.00211338 Pints/s1 \text{ mL/s} = 1 \times 0.00211338 \text{ Pints/s} = 0.00211338 \text{ Pints/s}

Thus, 1 milliliter per second is approximately 0.00211338 pints per second.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Pints per Second to Milliliters per Second:

    • Multiply the number of pints per second by 473.176473 to get the equivalent in milliliters per second.
  2. Milliliters per Second to Pints per Second:

    • Multiply the number of milliliters per second by 0.00211338 to get the equivalent in pints per second.

Real-World Examples

  1. Water Dispenser: Imagine a water dispenser filling a glass at a rate of 0.5 pints per second. To understand this rate in metric units, convert it to milliliters per second:

    0.5 Pints/s=0.5×473.176473 mL/s236.59 mL/s0. 5 \text{ Pints/s} = 0.5 \times 473.176473 \text{ mL/s} \approx 236.59 \text{ mL/s}

  2. IV Drip Rate: In a hospital, an IV drip might be administered at a rate of 5 milliliters per second. To understand this rate in US customary units, convert it to pints per second:

    5 mL/s=5×0.00211338 Pints/s0.01056 Pints/s5 \text{ mL/s} = 5 \times 0.00211338 \text{ Pints/s} \approx 0.01056 \text{ Pints/s}

  3. Fuel Injection: A fuel injector in a car engine might spray fuel at a rate of 0.1 pints per second during acceleration. Converting this to milliliters per second:

    0.1 Pints/s=0.1×473.176473 mL/s47.32 mL/s0. 1 \text{ Pints/s} = 0.1 \times 473.176473 \text{ mL/s} \approx 47.32 \text{ mL/s}

Unit Conversion in Science and Engineering

Unit conversion plays a crucial role in science and engineering to ensure accurate calculations and measurements. The principles of dimensional analysis, which involve treating units as algebraic quantities, are essential for verifying the correctness of equations and ensuring consistency in calculations. Proper unit handling is critical for avoiding errors and ensuring the reliability of experimental results and engineering designs.

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 Millilitres per second to other unit conversions.

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.

What is millilitres per second?

Millilitres per second (mL/s) is a unit of volumetric flow rate, describing the volume of fluid that passes through a given point per unit of time. It's commonly used in various fields where precise measurement of small fluid volumes is essential.

Definition of Millilitres per Second

Millilitres per second (mL/s) is a derived unit. It combines the metric unit of volume, the milliliter (mL), with the SI unit of time, the second (s). One milliliter is equal to one cubic centimeter (1 mL=1 cm31 \text{ mL} = 1 \text{ cm}^3). Therefore, 1 mL/s is equivalent to 1 cubic centimeter of fluid flowing past a point in one second.

How Millilitres per Second is Formed

The unit is formed by expressing volume in milliliters and dividing it by time in seconds.

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

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

Common Applications and Examples

  • Medical Applications: Infusion pumps deliver medication at precise rates, often measured in mL/s. For instance, a doctor might prescribe an IV drip at a rate of 0.5 mL/s.
  • Laboratory Experiments: Chemical reactions and experiments often require precise control over the flow of liquids. Microfluidic devices frequently operate in the mL/s range or even lower.
  • Small Engine Fuel Consumption: The fuel consumption of a small engine, like a lawnmower, can be expressed in mL/s. For example, an engine might consume 2 mL/s of gasoline at idle.
  • 3D Printing: In material extrusion 3D printing, the flow rate of the melted filament is often controlled and can be expressed in mL/s.
  • Water flow from faucets: A slowly dripping faucet might release water at a rate of approximately 0.1 mL/s. A fully open faucet might release water at a rate of 200 mL/s.

Relationship to Other Units

Millilitres per second can be converted to other volumetric flow rate units:

  • Liters per second (L/s): 1 L/s = 1000 mL/s
  • Cubic meters per second (m3/sm^3/s): 1 m3/sm^3/s = 1,000,000 mL/s
  • Gallons per minute (GPM): 1 GPM ≈ 0.0630902 L/s ≈ 63.0902 mL/s

Notable Figures and Laws

While no specific law is directly associated with milliliters per second, the concept of flow rate is fundamental in fluid dynamics. Key figures in this field include:

  • Daniel Bernoulli: Known for Bernoulli's principle, which relates fluid speed to pressure.
  • Osborne Reynolds: Known for the Reynolds number, which helps predict flow patterns in fluids.

For further reading on fluid dynamics, refer to Introduction to Fluid Dynamics on The LibreTexts libraries.

Complete Pints per second conversion table

Enter # of Pints per second
Convert 1 pnt/s to other unitsResult
Pints per second to Cubic Millimeters per second (pnt/s to mm3/s)473176.47302579
Pints per second to Cubic Centimeters per second (pnt/s to cm3/s)473.17647302579
Pints per second to Cubic Decimeters per second (pnt/s to dm3/s)0.4731764730258
Pints per second to Cubic Decimeters per minute (pnt/s to dm3/min)28.390588381547
Pints per second to Cubic Decimeters per hour (pnt/s to dm3/h)1703.4353028928
Pints per second to Cubic Decimeters per day (pnt/s to dm3/d)40882.447269428
Pints per second to Cubic Decimeters per year (pnt/s to dm3/a)14932313.865159
Pints per second to Millilitres per second (pnt/s to ml/s)473.17647302579
Pints per second to Centilitres per second (pnt/s to cl/s)47.317647302579
Pints per second to Decilitres per second (pnt/s to dl/s)4.7317647302579
Pints per second to Litres per second (pnt/s to l/s)0.4731764730258
Pints per second to Litres per minute (pnt/s to l/min)28.390588381547
Pints per second to Litres per hour (pnt/s to l/h)1703.4353028928
Pints per second to Litres per day (pnt/s to l/d)40882.447269428
Pints per second to Litres per year (pnt/s to l/a)14932313.865159
Pints per second to Kilolitres per second (pnt/s to kl/s)0.0004731764730258
Pints per second to Kilolitres per minute (pnt/s to kl/min)0.02839058838155
Pints per second to Kilolitres per hour (pnt/s to kl/h)1.7034353028928
Pints per second to Cubic meters per second (pnt/s to m3/s)0.0004731764730258
Pints per second to Cubic meters per minute (pnt/s to m3/min)0.02839058838155
Pints per second to Cubic meters per hour (pnt/s to m3/h)1.7034353028928
Pints per second to Cubic meters per day (pnt/s to m3/d)40.882447269428
Pints per second to Cubic meters per year (pnt/s to m3/a)14932.313865159
Pints per second to Cubic kilometers per second (pnt/s to km3/s)4.7317647302579e-13
Pints per second to Teaspoons per second (pnt/s to tsp/s)96
Pints per second to Tablespoons per second (pnt/s to Tbs/s)32
Pints per second to Cubic inches per second (pnt/s to in3/s)28.875133096317
Pints per second to Cubic inches per minute (pnt/s to in3/min)1732.507985779
Pints per second to Cubic inches per hour (pnt/s to in3/h)103950.47914674
Pints per second to Fluid Ounces per second (pnt/s to fl-oz/s)16
Pints per second to Fluid Ounces per minute (pnt/s to fl-oz/min)960
Pints per second to Fluid Ounces per hour (pnt/s to fl-oz/h)57600
Pints per second to Cups per second (pnt/s to cup/s)2
Pints per second to Pints per minute (pnt/s to pnt/min)60
Pints per second to Pints per hour (pnt/s to pnt/h)3600
Pints per second to Quarts per second (pnt/s to qt/s)0.5
Pints per second to Gallons per second (pnt/s to gal/s)0.125
Pints per second to Gallons per minute (pnt/s to gal/min)7.5
Pints per second to Gallons per hour (pnt/s to gal/h)450
Pints per second to Cubic feet per second (pnt/s to ft3/s)0.01671007805695
Pints per second to Cubic feet per minute (pnt/s to ft3/min)1.0026046834171
Pints per second to Cubic feet per hour (pnt/s to ft3/h)60.156281005028
Pints per second to Cubic yards per second (pnt/s to yd3/s)0.0006188908701992
Pints per second to Cubic yards per minute (pnt/s to yd3/min)0.03713345221195
Pints per second to Cubic yards per hour (pnt/s to yd3/h)2.2280071327173

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