Use this liters-per-minute to liters-per-second converter to change a liter per minute measurement into its liter per second equivalent. Enter a number in the calculator above and the result updates instantly.
Flow rate conversions are useful for pumps, water systems, HVAC airflow, irrigation, process equipment, and fluid engineering.
What is a liter per minute?
Liter per Minute (L/min) is a flow rate unit.
What is a liter per second?
Liter per Second (L/s) is a flow rate unit.
Liters Per Minute to Liters Per Second Converter formula
To convert liters per minute to liters per second, use the formula below.
1 L/s = 60 L/min. This relationship is the conversion factor used by the calculator.
How to convert liters-per-minute to liters-per-second
Start with the liter per minute value, apply the formula, and round the result only after the calculation is complete.
Example: 10 L/min = 0.1666666667 L/s.
- 1 L/min = 0.0166666667 L/s
- 10 L/min = 0.1666666667 L/s
- 100 L/min = 1.6666666667 L/s
Manual conversion steps
- Write down the value in liters per minute.
- Use the conversion formula: liters per second = liters per minute / 60.
- Calculate the result in liters per second.
- Round the answer to the number of decimal places you need.
For quick checking, the converter above performs the same calculation automatically.
Common liters-per-minute to liters-per-second use cases
This conversion is useful in practical situations where measurements need to move between different unit systems or audiences.
- Convert liters per minute to liters per second when you need equivalent measurements in another unit.
Common mistakes when converting liters-per-minute to liters-per-second
These are the most common issues to watch for when doing this conversion by hand.
- Do not mix up the direction of the conversion. liters-per-minute to liters-per-second is not the same as liters-per-second to liters-per-minute.
- Avoid rounding too early. Keep the full result during the calculation, then round the final answer.
Liters Per Minute to Liters Per Second conversion table
| Liter per Minute | Liter per Second |
|---|---|
| 1 L/min | 0.0166666667 L/s |
| 5 L/min | 0.0833333333 L/s |
| 10 L/min | 0.1666666667 L/s |
| 25 L/min | 0.4166666667 L/s |
| 50 L/min | 0.8333333333 L/s |
| 100 L/min | 1.6666666667 L/s |
How to convert liters-per-second to liters-per-minute
To reverse the conversion, switch the two units in the calculator or open the reverse conversion page: liters-per-second to liters-per-minute.
Reversing the units is useful when you already have a value in liters per second and need the equivalent value in liters per minute.
How to use this liters-per-minute to liters-per-second converter
- Enter the number you want to convert in the value field.
- Confirm that the from unit is Liter per Minute and the to unit is Liter per Second.
- Read the converted result in the result box.
- Use the copy button if you want to paste the answer elsewhere.
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FAQ
What is the formula for liters-per-minute to liters-per-second?
The formula is: liters per second = liters per minute / 60.
How do I convert liters-per-minute to liters-per-second by hand?
Write down the value in liters per minute, apply the formula, and round the final result in liters per second.
How accurate is this converter?
The converter uses standard conversion factors and shows rounded results for readability.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button in the converter or open the related reverse conversion page.
Why do results sometimes have many decimal places?
Some unit conversions do not produce short decimal values. Keep more decimal places for technical work, and round the answer for everyday use.