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m³/hrtocfm

Convert cubic metres per hour (m³/hr) to cubic feet per minute (cfm).

Factor1 m³/hr = 0.5885778 cfm

Converter

m³/hr

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

Result
294.289cfm

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
cfm = m³/hr × 0.5885778

Multiply any value in cubic metres per hour by 0.5885778 to obtain the value in cubic feet per minute.

Worked example

Convert 500 m³/hr to cfm.

  1. 01Start with 500 m³/hr.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 500 × 0.5885778 = 294.289 cfm.
Result500 m³/hr = 294.289 cfm

Conversion table

m³/hrcfm
10.58858
21.1772
52.9429
105.8858
2011.772
5029.429
10058.858
200117.72
500294.29
1000588.58

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from m³/hr to cfm?
1 m³/hr equals 0.5885778 cfm. To convert, multiply the value in cubic metres per hour by 0.5885778.
How do I convert 1 m³/hr to cfm?
1 m³/hr = 0.588578 cfm. For any value, multiply by 0.5885778.
How do I convert cfm back to m³/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 1.699011. So 1 cfm = 1.69901 m³/hr.
When would I need to convert cubic metre 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. m³/hr to cfm is a frequently needed conversion for flow datasheet preparation.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes. Both m³/hr and cfm are defined by exact SI relationships, so the displayed factor is exact (any rounding shown is only for display).

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