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CFH to CFM conversion is the process of converting flow rates from cubic feet per hour to cubic feet per minute. This conversion is essential in various engineering, HVAC, and industrial applications where different time units are used for flow measurements.
The calculator uses the simple conversion formula:
Where:
Explanation: Since there are 60 minutes in one hour, dividing the hourly flow rate by 60 gives the equivalent flow rate per minute.
Details: Accurate flow rate conversion is crucial for system design, equipment sizing, performance calculations, and ensuring proper ventilation and fluid handling in various industrial and commercial applications.
Tips: Enter the cubic feet per hour (CFH) value in the input field. The value must be positive and greater than zero. The calculator will automatically compute and display the equivalent cubic feet per minute (CFM).
Q1: What is the difference between CFH and CFM?
A: CFH (cubic feet per hour) measures flow rate over one hour, while CFM (cubic feet per minute) measures flow rate over one minute. CFM is 60 times smaller than CFH for the same actual flow.
Q2: When would I need to convert CFH to CFM?
A: This conversion is commonly needed in HVAC system design, gas flow calculations, ventilation requirements, and when comparing equipment specifications that use different time units.
Q3: Is the conversion factor always 60?
A: Yes, the conversion from hours to minutes always uses the factor 60, as there are exactly 60 minutes in one hour.
Q4: Can this calculator be used for any fluid?
A: Yes, this conversion works for any fluid (air, water, gas) as it only converts the time unit of measurement, not the fluid properties.
Q5: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact. The accuracy depends only on the precision of your input CFH value.