Mass Flow Rate
g/mintokg/s
Convert grams per minute (g/min) to kilograms per second (kg/s).
Factor1 g/min = 1.666667e-5 kg/s
Converter
g/min
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kg/s
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kg/s = g/min × 1.666667e-5
Multiply any value in grams per minute by 1.666667e-5 to obtain the value in kilograms per second.
Worked example
Convert 60000 g/min to kg/s.
- 01Start with 60000 g/min.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 60000 × 1.666667e-5 = 1 kg/s.
Result60000 g/min = 1 kg/s
Conversion table
| g/min | kg/s |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.6667e-5 |
| 2 | 3.3333e-5 |
| 5 | 8.3333e-5 |
| 10 | 0.00016667 |
| 20 | 0.00033333 |
| 50 | 0.00083333 |
| 100 | 0.0016667 |
| 200 | 0.0033333 |
| 500 | 0.0083333 |
| 1000 | 0.016667 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from g/min to kg/s?
1 g/min equals 1.666667e-5 kg/s. To convert, multiply the value in grams per minute by 1.666667e-5.
How do I convert 1 g/min to kg/s?
1 g/min = 1.66667e-5 kg/s. For any value, multiply by 1.666667e-5.
How do I convert kg/s back to g/min?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 60000. So 1 kg/s = 60000 g/min.
When would I need to convert gram per minute to kilogram per second?
Mass flow conversions between g/min and kg/s 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).
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