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Volumetric Flow Rate

bbl/hrtoL/min

Convert oil barrels per hour (bbl/hr) to litres per minute (L/min).

Factor1 bbl/hr = 2.649788 L/min

Converter

bbl/hr

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

Result
26.4979L/min

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
L/min = bbl/hr × 2.649788

Multiply any value in oil barrels per hour by 2.649788 to obtain the value in litres per minute.

Worked example

Convert 10 bbl/hr to L/min.

  1. 01Start with 10 bbl/hr.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 2.649788 = 26.4979 L/min.
Result10 bbl/hr = 26.4979 L/min

Conversion table

bbl/hrL/min
12.6498
25.2996
513.249
1026.498
2052.996
50132.49
100264.98
200529.96
5001324.9
10002649.8

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from bbl/hr to L/min?
1 bbl/hr equals 2.649788 L/min. To convert, multiply the value in oil barrels per hour by 2.649788.
How do I convert 1 bbl/hr to L/min?
1 bbl/hr = 2.64979 L/min. For any value, multiply by 2.649788.
How do I convert L/min back to bbl/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.3773886. So 1 L/min = 0.377389 bbl/hr.
When would I need to convert oil barrel per hour to litre 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 L/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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