Cubic meters per hour to Liters per second formula
liters per second = cubic meters per hour × 0.277778
Multiply the number of cubic meters per hour by 0.277778 to get liters per second. To go the other way, multiply by 3.6 instead, or use the lps to m3 per hour converter.
Cubic meters per hour to Liters per second conversion table
Common m3 per hour to lps values, rounded for reading. The converter above keeps full precision.
| Cubic meters per hour | Liters per second |
|---|---|
| 1 m³/h | 0.277778 L/s |
| 2 m³/h | 0.555556 L/s |
| 5 m³/h | 1.38889 L/s |
| 10 m³/h | 2.77778 L/s |
| 15 m³/h | 4.16667 L/s |
| 20 m³/h | 5.55556 L/s |
| 25 m³/h | 6.94444 L/s |
| 50 m³/h | 13.8889 L/s |
| 60 m³/h | 16.6667 L/s |
| 100 m³/h | 27.7778 L/s |
| 250 m³/h | 69.4444 L/s |
| 500 m³/h | 138.889 L/s |
| 1,000 m³/h | 277.778 L/s |
| 2,500 m³/h | 694.444 L/s |
| 5,000 m³/h | 1,388.89 L/s |
Worked example
To convert 20 m³/h to liters per second, multiply by 0.277778: the result is 5.55556 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 cubic meter per hour?
One cubic meter per hour equals 0.277778 liters per second (1 m³/h = 0.277778 L/s).
What is 20 cubic meters per hour in liters per second?
20 m³/h converts to 5.55556 L/s. Enter any other value in the converter above to see it recalculated instantly.
How do I convert liters per second back to cubic meters per hour?
Reverse the calculation: one liter per second equals 3.6 cubic meters per hour. You can also swap the units in the converter or open the lps to m3 per hour page.
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