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Flow Rate Converter (GPM to LPM)

Plumbing fixtures, irrigation systems, water treatment pumps, and fire protection hydraulics specify flow capacities in either GPM or LPM.

Flow rate quantity to convert.

Direction of conversion.

Calculated Result
37.85 L/min

Converted Flow Rate

Liters per Minute (LPM)

37.85 L/min

US Gallons per Minute (GPM)

10 GPM

Liters per Second

0.631 L/s

Gallons per Second

0.167 gal/s

Calculation Breakdown

  1. Flow Rate Volumetric Conversion10 GPM × 3.785412 = 37.85 L/min.
  2. Per-Second Rate10 gal/min ÷ 60 = 0.167 gal/sec (0.631 L/sec).

Standard Household Fixture Flow Rates (LPM Equivalent)

Interactive visualization based on your current inputs

LPM
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What Is the Flow Rate Converter (GPM to LPM)?

A flow rate converter transforms fluid volumetric discharge speed between US customary and metric units.

How Does the Flow Rate Converter (GPM to LPM) Work?

Applies physical gallon-to-liter volumetric relationships across time denominators.

Flow Rate Converter (GPM to LPM) Formula & Variables

The core mathematical equation utilized by this calculator is expressed as:

1 GPM = 3.785412 LPM · 1 LPM = 0.264172 GPM

Multiplies US gallon flow by 3.785412 liters per US liquid gallon.

How to Use the Flow Rate Converter (GPM to LPM)

  1. Enter flow rate and select starting unit.

Step-by-Step Example Calculation

10 GPM to LPM

Input Values:

value:10
direction:gpm_to_lpm

Understanding Your Result

Shows converted LPM or GPM, along with per-second equivalents.

Factors That Affect the Result

  • Pipe diameter and water pressure.

When Should You Use This Calculator?

  • Sizing well pumps, evaluating irrigation sprinkler zones, calculating pool turnover, and plumbing audits.

Assumptions & Limitations

  • Applies to US liquid gallons (not Imperial gallons).

Frequently Asked Questions

Calculation Accuracy & Reference Note

NIST volume standards (1 US gal = 3.785411784 L).

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