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Mass Flow Rate

klb/mintoklb/hr

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

Factor1 klb/min = 60 klb/hr

Converter

klb/min

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

Result
60klb/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
klb/hr = klb/min × 60

Multiply any value in kilopounds per minute by 60 to obtain the value in kilopounds per hour.

Worked example

Convert 1 klb/min to klb/hr.

  1. 01Start with 1 klb/min.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 60 = 60 klb/hr.
Result1 klb/min = 60 klb/hr

Conversion table

klb/minklb/hr
160
2120
5300
10600
201200
503000
1006000
20012000
50030000
100060000

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from klb/min to klb/hr?
1 klb/min equals 60 klb/hr. To convert, multiply the value in kilopounds per minute by 60.
How do I convert 1 klb/min to klb/hr?
1 klb/min = 60 klb/hr. For any value, multiply by 60.
How do I convert klb/hr back to klb/min?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.01666667. So 1 klb/hr = 0.0166667 klb/min.
When would I need to convert kilopound per minute to kilopound per hour?
Mass flow conversions between klb/min and klb/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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