Mass Flow Rate
lb/hrtolb/day
Convert pounds per hour (lb/hr) to pounds per day (lb/day).
Factor1 lb/hr = 24 lb/day
Converter
lb/hr
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
lb/day
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
lb/day = lb/hr × 24
Multiply any value in pounds per hour by 24 to obtain the value in pounds per day.
Worked example
Convert 10 lb/hr to lb/day.
- 01Start with 10 lb/hr.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 24 = 240 lb/day.
Result10 lb/hr = 240 lb/day
Conversion table
| lb/hr | lb/day |
|---|---|
| 1 | 24 |
| 2 | 48 |
| 5 | 120 |
| 10 | 240 |
| 20 | 480 |
| 50 | 1200 |
| 100 | 2400 |
| 200 | 4800 |
| 500 | 12000 |
| 1000 | 24000 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from lb/hr to lb/day?
1 lb/hr equals 24 lb/day. To convert, multiply the value in pounds per hour by 24.
How do I convert 1 lb/hr to lb/day?
1 lb/hr = 24 lb/day. For any value, multiply by 24.
How do I convert lb/day back to lb/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.04166667. So 1 lb/day = 0.0416667 lb/hr.
When would I need to convert pound per hour to pound per day?
Mass flow conversions between lb/hr 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).