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Volumetric Flow Rate

bbl/hrtocfs

Convert oil barrels per hour (bbl/hr) to cubic feet per second (cfs).

Factor1 bbl/hr = 0.001559606 cfs

Converter

bbl/hr

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
1.55961cfs

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
cfs = bbl/hr × 0.001559606

Multiply any value in oil barrels per hour by 0.001559606 to obtain the value in cubic feet per second.

Worked example

Convert 1000 bbl/hr to cfs.

  1. 01Start with 1000 bbl/hr.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1000 × 0.001559606 = 1.55961 cfs.
Result1000 bbl/hr = 1.55961 cfs

Conversion table

bbl/hrcfs
10.0015596
20.0031192
50.007798
100.015596
200.031192
500.07798
1000.15596
2000.31192
5000.7798
10001.5596

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from bbl/hr to cfs?
1 bbl/hr equals 0.001559606 cfs. To convert, multiply the value in oil barrels per hour by 0.001559606.
How do I convert 1 bbl/hr to cfs?
1 bbl/hr = 0.00155961 cfs. For any value, multiply by 0.001559606.
How do I convert cfs back to bbl/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 641.1874. So 1 cfs = 641.187 bbl/hr.
When would I need to convert oil barrel per hour to cubic foot per second?
Flow-rate conversions show up in pump curve interpretation, control valve sizing (Cv vs Kv), and aligning vendor specifications with process simulation outputs. bbl/hr to cfs is a frequently needed conversion for flow datasheet preparation.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

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