Mass Flow Rate
g/hrtolb/hr
Convert grams per hour (g/hr) to pounds per hour (lb/hr).
Factor1 g/hr = 0.002204623 lb/hr
Converter
g/hr
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
lb/hr
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
lb/hr = g/hr × 0.002204623
Multiply any value in grams per hour by 0.002204623 to obtain the value in pounds per hour.
Worked example
Convert 1000 g/hr to lb/hr.
- 01Start with 1000 g/hr.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1000 × 0.002204623 = 2.20462 lb/hr.
Result1000 g/hr = 2.20462 lb/hr
Conversion table
| g/hr | lb/hr |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0022046 |
| 2 | 0.0044092 |
| 5 | 0.011023 |
| 10 | 0.022046 |
| 20 | 0.044092 |
| 50 | 0.11023 |
| 100 | 0.22046 |
| 200 | 0.44092 |
| 500 | 1.1023 |
| 1000 | 2.2046 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from g/hr to lb/hr?
1 g/hr equals 0.002204623 lb/hr. To convert, multiply the value in grams per hour by 0.002204623.
How do I convert 1 g/hr to lb/hr?
1 g/hr = 0.00220462 lb/hr. For any value, multiply by 0.002204623.
How do I convert lb/hr back to g/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 453.5924. So 1 lb/hr = 453.592 g/hr.
When would I need to convert gram per hour to pound per hour?
Mass flow conversions between g/hr and lb/hr are common in material balances, process stream summaries, bulk solids handling, custody transfer, and equipment sizing where kg/hr, t/hr, lb/hr, and lb/s may all appear in different datasheets or vendor documents.
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).