Convert Cubic feet per minute to Liters per minute
Instantly convert Cubic feet per minute (CFM) to Liters per minute (L/min) with our free online calculator.
Formula: CFM to L/min — multiply by 28.3168
Reference Table
| Cubic feet per minute (CFM) | Liters per minute (L/min) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 28.3168 |
| 5 | 141.584 |
| 10 | 283.168 |
| 25 | 707.92 |
| 50 | 1415.84 |
| 100 | 2831.68 |
How to Convert Cubic feet per minute to Liters per minute
Formula
To convert Cubic feet per minute (CFM) to Liters per minute (L/min): multiply by 28.3168
Step-by-Step
- Start with your value in Cubic feet per minute (CFM).
- Multiply by 28.3168 to perform the conversion.
- The result is your value expressed in Liters per minute (L/min).
Conversion Factor
1 CFM = 28.3168 L/min
Reverse Factor
1 L/min = 0.0353147 CFM
Worked Example
Convert 25 Cubic feet per minute to Liters per minute: 25 CFM = 707.92 L/min
About Cubic foot per minute (CFM)
An imperial flow-rate unit dominant in US HVAC — air-handler capacity, duct sizing, bathroom/kitchen exhaust fan ratings, compressed-air-system sizing, and dust collection. A residential bathroom fan is typically 50–110 CFM; a central-AC air handler for a 2,000 ft² home delivers 800–1,200 CFM. Converting CFM to m³/hr (×1.699) is common for international HVAC equipment.
About Liter per minute (L/min)
A metric flow-rate unit commonly used for household appliances, medical devices (IV pumps, ventilators), dispensing equipment, and small-flow industrial processes. A shower head in a metric country is typically 8–12 L/min; a garden hose is 10–30 L/min. L/min is the default unit for oxygen delivery in medicine (nasal cannula at 1–5 L/min).
Quick Facts
- 1 Cubic foot per minute equals 28.3168 Liters per minute
- 1 Liter per minute equals 0.0353147 Cubic feet per minute
- Cubic foot per minute is a unit of volumetric flow rate
- Liter per minute is a unit of volumetric flow rate
- This conversion is commonly used in plumbing, HVAC systems, and chemical process engineering
- The Cubic foot per minute belongs to the imperial system
- The Liter per minute belongs to the metric system
Common Cubic foot per minute to Liter per minute Conversions
| Cubic feet per minute (CFM) | Liters per minute (L/min) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.283168 |
| 0.1 | 2.83168 |
| 0.25 | 7.0792 |
| 0.5 | 14.1584 |
| 1 | 28.3168 |
| 2 | 56.6336 |
| 3 | 84.9505 |
| 5 | 141.584 |
| 10 | 283.168 |
| 15 | 424.752 |
| 20 | 566.336 |
| 25 | 707.92 |
| 50 | 1415.84 |
| 75 | 2123.76 |
| 100 | 2831.68 |
| 250 | 7079.2 |
| 500 | 14158.4 |
| 1000 | 28316.8 |
| 5000 | 141584 |
| 10000 | 283168 |
Understanding Cubic feet per minute
The Cubic foot per minute (symbol: CFM) is a unit of volumetric flow rate. An imperial flow-rate unit dominant in US HVAC — air-handler capacity, duct sizing, bathroom/kitchen exhaust fan ratings, compressed-air-system sizing, and dust collection. A residential bathroom fan is typically 50–110 CFM; a central-AC air handler for a 2,000 ft² home delivers 800–1,200 CFM. Converting CFM to m³/hr (×1.699) is common for international HVAC equipment.
It belongs to the imperial measurement system.
Cubic feet per minute are commonly used in plumbing, HVAC systems, and chemical process engineering.
Understanding Liters per minute
The Liter per minute (symbol: L/min) is a unit of volumetric flow rate. A metric flow-rate unit commonly used for household appliances, medical devices (IV pumps, ventilators), dispensing equipment, and small-flow industrial processes. A shower head in a metric country is typically 8–12 L/min; a garden hose is 10–30 L/min. L/min is the default unit for oxygen delivery in medicine (nasal cannula at 1–5 L/min).
It belongs to the metric measurement system.
Liters per minute are commonly used in plumbing, HVAC systems, and chemical process engineering.
Why Convert Cubic feet per minute to Liters per minute?
Converting between Cubic feet per minute and Liters per minute is a frequent requirement for engineers, scientists, and students working with volumetric flow rate values. Different industries and regions favour different unit systems, so having a dependable conversion tool saves time and prevents errors in technical calculations. Whether you are verifying a specification sheet, cross-checking simulation results, or preparing a report for an international audience, accurate volumetric flow rate conversion is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Cubic feet per minute to Liters per minute?
An imperial flow-rate unit dominant in US HVAC — air-handler capacity, duct sizing, bathroom/kitchen exhaust fan ratings, compressed-air-system sizing, and dust collection. To convert Cubic feet per minute to Liters per minute, multiply by 28.3168. For example, 25 CFM equals 707.92 L/min.
How many Liters per minute are in 1 Cubic foot per minute?
There are 28.3168 Liters per minute in 1 Cubic foot per minute.
How many Cubic feet per minute are in 1 Liter per minute?
There are 0.0353147 Cubic feet per minute in 1 Liter per minute.
What is the formula for Cubic foot per minute to Liter per minute conversion?
The formula is: multiply by 28.3168. This means 1 CFM = 28.3168 L/min.
Is a Cubic foot per minute bigger than a Liter per minute?
No. One Cubic foot per minute is smaller than one Liter per minute because 1 CFM equals 28.3168 L/min, which is greater than 1.
When do you need to convert between Cubic feet per minute and Liters per minute?
A metric flow-rate unit commonly used for household appliances, medical devices (IV pumps, ventilators), dispensing equipment, and small-flow industrial processes. Cubic foot per minute and Liter per minute are both volumetric flow units, so conversion comes up whenever one source of information uses one unit and another uses the other — a classic cross-reference challenge in engineering, trade, travel, and everyday life.