▸ processconvert
Mass Flow Rate

kg/hrtolb/hr

Convert kilograms per hour (kg/hr) to pounds per hour (lb/hr).

Factor1 kg/hr = 2.204623 lb/hr

Converter

kg/hr

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

Result
220.462lb/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
lb/hr = kg/hr × 2.204623

Multiply any value in kilograms per hour by 2.204623 to obtain the value in pounds per hour.

Worked example

Convert 100 kg/hr to lb/hr.

  1. 01Start with 100 kg/hr.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 2.204623 = 220.462 lb/hr.
Result100 kg/hr = 220.462 lb/hr

Conversion table

kg/hrlb/hr
12.2046
24.4092
511.023
1022.046
2044.092
50110.23
100220.46
200440.92
5001102.3
10002204.6

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from kg/hr to lb/hr?
1 kg/hr equals 2.204623 lb/hr. To convert, multiply the value in kilograms per hour by 2.204623.
How do I convert 1 kg/hr to lb/hr?
1 kg/hr = 2.20462 lb/hr. For any value, multiply by 2.204623.
How do I convert lb/hr back to kg/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.4535924. So 1 lb/hr = 0.453592 kg/hr.
When would I need to convert kilogram per hour to pound per hour?
Mass flow conversions between kg/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).

Related conversions