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Volumetric Flow Rate

bbl/hrtom³/hr

Convert oil barrels per hour (bbl/hr) to cubic metres per hour (m³/hr).

Factor1 bbl/hr = 0.1589873 m³/hr

Converter

bbl/hr

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

Result
15.8987m³/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
m³/hr = bbl/hr × 0.1589873

Multiply any value in oil barrels per hour by 0.1589873 to obtain the value in cubic metres per hour.

Worked example

Convert 100 bbl/hr to m³/hr.

  1. 01Start with 100 bbl/hr.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 0.1589873 = 15.8987 m³/hr.
Result100 bbl/hr = 15.8987 m³/hr

Conversion table

bbl/hrm³/hr
10.15899
20.31797
50.79494
101.5899
203.1797
507.9494
10015.899
20031.797
50079.494
1000158.99

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from bbl/hr to m³/hr?
1 bbl/hr equals 0.1589873 m³/hr. To convert, multiply the value in oil barrels per hour by 0.1589873.
How do I convert 1 bbl/hr to m³/hr?
1 bbl/hr = 0.158987 m³/hr. For any value, multiply by 0.1589873.
How do I convert m³/hr back to bbl/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 6.289811. So 1 m³/hr = 6.28981 bbl/hr.
When would I need to convert oil barrel per hour to cubic metre per hour?
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 m³/hr 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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