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Convert Liters per second to Liters per minute

Instantly convert Liters per second (L/s) to Liters per minute (L/min) with our free online calculator.

Reviewed by Christopher FloiedUpdated

Formula: L/s to L/minmultiply by 60

Reference Table

Liters per second (L/s)Liters per minute (L/min)
160
5300
10600
251500
503000
1006000

How to Convert Liters per second to Liters per minute

Formula

To convert Liters per second (L/s) to Liters per minute (L/min): multiply by 60

Step-by-Step

  1. Start with your value in Liters per second (L/s).
  2. Multiply by 60 to perform the conversion.
  3. The result is your value expressed in Liters per minute (L/min).

Conversion Factor

1 L/s = 60 L/min

Reverse Factor

1 L/min = 0.0166667 L/s

Worked Example

Convert 25 Liters per second to Liters per minute: 25 L/s = 1500 L/min

About Liter per second (L/s)

A metric flow-rate unit equal to exactly 0.001 m³/s. L/s is the typical unit for plumbing fixtures in metric-using countries, the SI-aligned sizing unit for water-supply mains (per ISO 4064 water meter specs and EN 805 European water-supply standard), fire-pump capacities (often dual-listed in L/s and m³/hr on European fire-rated pumps), and medium-flow industrial processes. Reference values: a typical kitchen faucet flows 0.1-0.15 L/s, a metric shower head 0.13-0.20 L/s, a 50 mm domestic-water service ~3-5 L/s, a 100 mm fire-hydrant supply main 30-60 L/s. Converting L/s to GPM (US gallons per minute) is multiply by 15.85 — one of the most-needed unit conversions for buyers of imported European pump/plumbing equipment specifying performance in metric units. 1 L/s = 60 L/min = 3.6 m³/hr.

About Liter per minute (L/min)

A metric flow-rate unit equal to 1/60,000 m³/s. L/min is the most commonly-stated metric flow unit in everyday consumer and medical contexts: household appliances and showerheads (a low-flow showerhead is 8-12 L/min vs. the older 20+ L/min designs per the EU EcoLabel showerhead criteria), garden hoses (10-30 L/min depending on supply pressure and hose diameter), medical equipment per ISO 13485 (IV-infusion pumps at fractional L/min, mechanical-ventilator tidal-volume reporting derived from L/min minute volume), oxygen-therapy nasal cannula (1-5 L/min low-flow, up to 60 L/min on high-flow nasal cannula HFNC therapy per Fisher & Paykel Airvo standards), beer-line and beverage-dispense flow controllers, dental-suction equipment, and small-flow industrial dosing pumps for chemical injection. The American Society of Anesthesiologists and the WHO oxygen-supply guidelines both quote oxygen delivery in L/min. 1 L/min = 0.2642 US GPM = 0.06 m³/hr = 16.667 mL/s.

Quick Facts

  • 1 Liter per second equals 60 Liters per minute
  • 1 Liter per minute equals 0.0166667 Liters per second
  • Liter per second 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 Liter per second belongs to the metric system

Common Liter per second to Liter per minute Conversions

Liters per second (L/s)Liters per minute (L/min)
0.010.6
0.16
0.2515
0.530
160
2120
3180
5300
10600
15900
201200
251500
503000
754500
1006000
25015000
50030000
100060000
5000300000
10000600000

Understanding Liters per second

The Liter per second (symbol: L/s) is a unit of volumetric flow rate. A metric flow-rate unit equal to exactly 0.001 m³/s. L/s is the typical unit for plumbing fixtures in metric-using countries, the SI-aligned sizing unit for water-supply mains (per ISO 4064 water meter specs and EN 805 European water-supply standard), fire-pump capacities (often dual-listed in L/s and m³/hr on European fire-rated pumps), and medium-flow industrial processes. Reference values: a typical kitchen faucet flows 0.1-0.15 L/s, a metric shower head 0.13-0.20 L/s, a 50 mm domestic-water service ~3-5 L/s, a 100 mm fire-hydrant supply main 30-60 L/s. Converting L/s to GPM (US gallons per minute) is multiply by 15.85 — one of the most-needed unit conversions for buyers of imported European pump/plumbing equipment specifying performance in metric units. 1 L/s = 60 L/min = 3.6 m³/hr.

It belongs to the metric measurement system.

Liters per second 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 equal to 1/60,000 m³/s. L/min is the most commonly-stated metric flow unit in everyday consumer and medical contexts: household appliances and showerheads (a low-flow showerhead is 8-12 L/min vs. the older 20+ L/min designs per the EU EcoLabel showerhead criteria), garden hoses (10-30 L/min depending on supply pressure and hose diameter), medical equipment per ISO 13485 (IV-infusion pumps at fractional L/min, mechanical-ventilator tidal-volume reporting derived from L/min minute volume), oxygen-therapy nasal cannula (1-5 L/min low-flow, up to 60 L/min on high-flow nasal cannula HFNC therapy per Fisher & Paykel Airvo standards), beer-line and beverage-dispense flow controllers, dental-suction equipment, and small-flow industrial dosing pumps for chemical injection. The American Society of Anesthesiologists and the WHO oxygen-supply guidelines both quote oxygen delivery in L/min. 1 L/min = 0.2642 US GPM = 0.06 m³/hr = 16.667 mL/s.

It belongs to the metric measurement system.

Liters per minute are commonly used in plumbing, HVAC systems, and chemical process engineering.

Why Convert Liters per second to Liters per minute?

Converting between Liters per second 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 Liters per second to Liters per minute?

A metric flow-rate unit equal to exactly 0. To convert Liters per second to Liters per minute, multiply by 60. For example, 25 L/s equals 1500 L/min.

How many Liters per minute are in 1 Liter per second?

There are 60 Liters per minute in 1 Liter per second.

How many Liters per second are in 1 Liter per minute?

There are 0.0166667 Liters per second in 1 Liter per minute.

What is the formula for Liter per second to Liter per minute conversion?

The formula is: multiply by 60. This means 1 L/s = 60 L/min.

Is a Liter per second bigger than a Liter per minute?

No. One Liter per second is smaller than one Liter per minute because 1 L/s equals 60 L/min, which is greater than 1.

When do you need to convert between Liters per second and Liters per minute?

A metric flow-rate unit equal to 1/60,000 m³/s. Liter per second 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.

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