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How to Convert LPM to Cubic Feet

A flow rate is used to express the volume of a liquid or gas that is flowing at any given point in time. This unit of measure is often used in relation to oil and gas pipelines as well as with water systems. Liters per minute (LPM) is the metric standard for flow rate, while cubic feet per minute is the imperial standard used in the United States. Converting LPM to cubic feet per minute may be necessary to increase the understanding of the flow rate of a pipe.

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Instructions

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  Establish the amount of units of LPM you wish to convert to cubic feet per minute, and write that number down or enter it into your calculator.
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  Multiply this amount by 0.000588577778644, because 1 liter per minute equals 0.000588577778644 cubic feet.
  
  For example, 30 LPM = 0.01765733335932 cubic feet, because 30 X 0.000588577778644 = 0.01765733335932.
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  Check your work by dividing your answer by 0.000588577778644. If you arrive at your original number of LPM, then you have done your calculations properly.

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