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Volumetric Flow Rate

bbl/hrtoft³/min

Convert oil barrels per hour (bbl/hr) to cubic feet per minute (ft³/min).

Factor1 bbl/hr = 0.09357639 ft³/min

Converter

bbl/hr

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

Result
0.935764ft³/min

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
ft³/min = bbl/hr × 0.09357639

Multiply any value in oil barrels per hour by 0.09357639 to obtain the value in cubic feet per minute.

Worked example

Convert 10 bbl/hr to ft³/min.

  1. 01Start with 10 bbl/hr.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 0.09357639 = 0.935764 ft³/min.
Result10 bbl/hr = 0.935764 ft³/min

Conversion table

bbl/hrft³/min
10.093576
20.18715
50.46788
100.93576
201.8715
504.6788
1009.3576
20018.715
50046.788
100093.576

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from bbl/hr to ft³/min?
1 bbl/hr equals 0.09357639 ft³/min. To convert, multiply the value in oil barrels per hour by 0.09357639.
How do I convert 1 bbl/hr to ft³/min?
1 bbl/hr = 0.0935764 ft³/min. For any value, multiply by 0.09357639.
How do I convert ft³/min back to bbl/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 10.68646. So 1 ft³/min = 10.6865 bbl/hr.
When would I need to convert oil barrel per hour to cubic foot per minute?
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 ft³/min 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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