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Mass Flow Rate

klb/hrtolb/min

Convert kilopounds per hour (klb/hr) to pounds per minute (lb/min).

Factor1 klb/hr = 16.66667 lb/min

Converter

klb/hr

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

Result
16.6667lb/min

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
lb/min = klb/hr × 16.66667

Multiply any value in kilopounds per hour by 16.66667 to obtain the value in pounds per minute.

Worked example

Convert 1 klb/hr to lb/min.

  1. 01Start with 1 klb/hr.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 16.66667 = 16.6667 lb/min.
Result1 klb/hr = 16.6667 lb/min

Conversion table

klb/hrlb/min
116.667
233.333
583.333
10166.67
20333.33
50833.33
1001666.7
2003333.3
5008333.3
100016667

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from klb/hr to lb/min?
1 klb/hr equals 16.66667 lb/min. To convert, multiply the value in kilopounds per hour by 16.66667.
How do I convert 1 klb/hr to lb/min?
1 klb/hr = 16.6667 lb/min. For any value, multiply by 16.66667.
How do I convert lb/min back to klb/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.06. So 1 lb/min = 0.06 klb/hr.
When would I need to convert kilopound per hour to pound per minute?
Mass flow conversions between klb/hr and lb/min 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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