Liters per minute to Liters per second formula
liters per second = liters per minute × 0.0166667
Multiply the number of liters per minute by 0.0166667 to get liters per second. To go the other way, multiply by 60 instead, or use the lps to lpm converter.
Liters per minute to Liters per second conversion table
Common lpm to lps values, rounded for reading. The converter above keeps full precision.
| Liters per minute | Liters per second |
|---|---|
| 1 L/min | 0.0166667 L/s |
| 2 L/min | 0.0333333 L/s |
| 5 L/min | 0.0833333 L/s |
| 10 L/min | 0.166667 L/s |
| 15 L/min | 0.25 L/s |
| 20 L/min | 0.333333 L/s |
| 25 L/min | 0.416667 L/s |
| 50 L/min | 0.833333 L/s |
| 60 L/min | 1 L/s |
| 100 L/min | 1.66667 L/s |
| 250 L/min | 4.16667 L/s |
| 500 L/min | 8.33333 L/s |
| 1,000 L/min | 16.6667 L/s |
| 2,500 L/min | 41.6667 L/s |
| 5,000 L/min | 83.3333 L/s |
Worked example
To convert 20 L/min to liters per second, multiply by 0.0166667: the result is 0.333333 L/s. US and Imperial gallons are different sizes. This tool converts volumetric flow only; mass flow also depends on fluid density.
Frequently asked questions
How many liters per second are in a liter per minute?
One liter per minute equals 0.0166667 liters per second (1 L/min = 0.0166667 L/s).
What is 20 liters per minute in liters per second?
20 L/min converts to 0.333333 L/s. Enter any other value in the converter above to see it recalculated instantly.
How do I convert liters per second back to liters per minute?
Reverse the calculation: one liter per second equals 60 liters per minute. You can also swap the units in the converter or open the lps to lpm page.
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