Convert Cubic feet per minute to Milliliters per second
Instantly convert Cubic feet per minute (CFM) to Milliliters per second (mL/s) with our free online calculator.
Formula: CFM to mL/s — multiply by 471.947
Reference Table
| Cubic feet per minute (CFM) | Milliliters per second (mL/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 471.947 |
| 5 | 2359.74 |
| 10 | 4719.47 |
| 25 | 11798.7 |
| 50 | 23597.4 |
| 100 | 47194.7 |
How to Convert Cubic feet per minute to Milliliters per second
Formula
To convert Cubic feet per minute (CFM) to Milliliters per second (mL/s): multiply by 471.947
Step-by-Step
- Start with your value in Cubic feet per minute (CFM).
- Multiply by 471.947 to perform the conversion.
- The result is your value expressed in Milliliters per second (mL/s).
Conversion Factor
1 CFM = 471.947 mL/s
Reverse Factor
1 mL/s = 0.00211888 CFM
Worked Example
Convert 25 Cubic feet per minute to Milliliters per second: 25 CFM = 11798.7 mL/s
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 Milliliter per second (mL/s)
A small-scale flow-rate unit (1 mL/s = 10⁻⁶ m³/s) used in laboratory chemistry, HPLC columns, medical infusions, and micro-scale fluidic research. Typical HPLC flow rates are 0.5–2 mL/s. Peristaltic dosing pumps, analytical chemistry equipment, and lab-on-a-chip devices commonly specify flow in mL/s or mL/min.
Quick Facts
- 1 Cubic foot per minute equals 471.947 Milliliters per second
- 1 Milliliter per second equals 0.00211888 Cubic feet per minute
- Cubic foot per minute is a unit of volumetric flow rate
- Milliliter per second 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 Milliliter per second belongs to the metric system
Common Cubic foot per minute to Milliliter per second Conversions
| Cubic feet per minute (CFM) | Milliliters per second (mL/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 4.71947 |
| 0.1 | 47.1947 |
| 0.25 | 117.987 |
| 0.5 | 235.974 |
| 1 | 471.947 |
| 2 | 943.894 |
| 3 | 1415.84 |
| 5 | 2359.74 |
| 10 | 4719.47 |
| 15 | 7079.2 |
| 20 | 9438.94 |
| 25 | 11798.7 |
| 50 | 23597.4 |
| 75 | 35396 |
| 100 | 47194.7 |
| 250 | 117987 |
| 500 | 235974 |
| 1000 | 471947 |
| 5000 | 2359740 |
| 10000 | 4719470 |
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 Milliliters per second
The Milliliter per second (symbol: mL/s) is a unit of volumetric flow rate. A small-scale flow-rate unit (1 mL/s = 10⁻⁶ m³/s) used in laboratory chemistry, HPLC columns, medical infusions, and micro-scale fluidic research. Typical HPLC flow rates are 0.5–2 mL/s. Peristaltic dosing pumps, analytical chemistry equipment, and lab-on-a-chip devices commonly specify flow in mL/s or mL/min.
It belongs to the metric measurement system.
Milliliters per second are commonly used in plumbing, HVAC systems, and chemical process engineering.
Why Convert Cubic feet per minute to Milliliters per second?
Converting between Cubic feet per minute and Milliliters per second 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 Milliliters per second?
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 Milliliters per second, multiply by 471.947. For example, 25 CFM equals 11798.7 mL/s.
How many Milliliters per second are in 1 Cubic foot per minute?
There are 471.947 Milliliters per second in 1 Cubic foot per minute.
How many Cubic feet per minute are in 1 Milliliter per second?
There are 0.00211888 Cubic feet per minute in 1 Milliliter per second.
What is the formula for Cubic foot per minute to Milliliter per second conversion?
The formula is: multiply by 471.947. This means 1 CFM = 471.947 mL/s.
Is a Cubic foot per minute bigger than a Milliliter per second?
No. One Cubic foot per minute is smaller than one Milliliter per second because 1 CFM equals 471.947 mL/s, which is greater than 1.
When do you need to convert between Cubic feet per minute and Milliliters per second?
A small-scale flow-rate unit (1 mL/s = 10⁻⁶ m³/s) used in laboratory chemistry, HPLC columns, medical infusions, and micro-scale fluidic research. Cubic foot per minute and Milliliter per second 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.