1. What is a L/s to GPM Converter?

Definition: This calculator converts flow rate from liters per second (L/s) to gallons per minute (GPM).

Purpose: It helps engineers, plumbers, and technicians work with different flow rate units commonly used in various systems.

2. How Does the Converter Work?

The converter uses the formula:

Where:

• \( Q_{gpm} \) — Flow rate in gallons per minute (GPM)
• \( Q_{ls} \) — Flow rate in liters per second (L/s)
• \( 15.850 \) — Conversion factor (exact value is 15.85032314)

Explanation: The conversion factor accounts for both volume conversion (1 liter = 0.264172 gallons) and time conversion (1 second = 1/60 minutes).

3. Importance of Flow Rate Conversion

Details: Proper unit conversion ensures accurate system design, pump selection, and performance calculations in fluid systems.

4. Using the Converter

Tips: Enter the flow rate in liters per second (L/s). The value must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why convert between L/s and GPM?
A: L/s is common in metric systems while GPM is used in imperial systems. Conversion is needed when working with equipment or standards using different units.

Q2: How precise is the conversion factor?
A: The factor 15.850 is precise to 6 decimal places (15.850323). For most applications, 15.850 is sufficiently accurate.

Q3: What are typical applications?
A: Plumbing systems, irrigation design, hydraulic calculations, and pump specifications often require these conversions.

Q4: Can I convert GPM back to L/s?
A: Yes, divide GPM by 15.850 to get L/s. We may add a reverse converter in future updates.

Q5: What's the margin of error in this conversion?
A: Using 15.850 introduces less than 0.002% error compared to the exact conversion factor.