Mass Flow Rate
g/mintolb/day
Convert grams per minute (g/min) to pounds per day (lb/day).
Factor1 g/min = 3.174657 lb/day
Converter
g/min
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
lb/day
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
lb/day = g/min × 3.174657
Multiply any value in grams per minute by 3.174657 to obtain the value in pounds per day.
Worked example
Convert 1 g/min to lb/day.
- 01Start with 1 g/min.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 3.174657 = 3.17466 lb/day.
Result1 g/min = 3.17466 lb/day
Conversion table
| g/min | lb/day |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3.1747 |
| 2 | 6.3493 |
| 5 | 15.873 |
| 10 | 31.747 |
| 20 | 63.493 |
| 50 | 158.73 |
| 100 | 317.47 |
| 200 | 634.93 |
| 500 | 1587.3 |
| 1000 | 3174.7 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from g/min to lb/day?
1 g/min equals 3.174657 lb/day. To convert, multiply the value in grams per minute by 3.174657.
How do I convert 1 g/min to lb/day?
1 g/min = 3.17466 lb/day. For any value, multiply by 3.174657.
How do I convert lb/day back to g/min?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.3149947. So 1 lb/day = 0.314995 g/min.
When would I need to convert gram per minute to pound per day?
Mass flow conversions between g/min and lb/day 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).