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Mass Flow Rate

klb/mintokg/hr

Convert kilopounds per minute (klb/min) to kilograms per hour (kg/hr).

Factor1 klb/min = 27215.54 kg/hr

Converter

klb/min

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

Result
27215.5kg/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
kg/hr = klb/min × 27215.54

Multiply any value in kilopounds per minute by 27215.54 to obtain the value in kilograms per hour.

Worked example

Convert 1 klb/min to kg/hr.

  1. 01Start with 1 klb/min.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 27215.54 = 27215.5 kg/hr.
Result1 klb/min = 27215.5 kg/hr

Conversion table

klb/minkg/hr
127216
254431
51.3608e+5
102.7216e+5
205.4431e+5
501.3608e+6
1002.7216e+6
2005.4431e+6
5001.3608e+7
10002.7216e+7

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from klb/min to kg/hr?
1 klb/min equals 27215.54 kg/hr. To convert, multiply the value in kilopounds per minute by 27215.54.
How do I convert 1 klb/min to kg/hr?
1 klb/min = 27215.5 kg/hr. For any value, multiply by 27215.54.
How do I convert kg/hr back to klb/min?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 3.674371e-5. So 1 kg/hr = 3.67437e-5 klb/min.
When would I need to convert kilopound per minute to kilogram per hour?
Mass flow conversions between klb/min and kg/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).

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