Mass Flow Rate
lb/mintog/s
Convert pounds per minute (lb/min) to grams per second (g/s).
Factor1 lb/min = 7.559873 g/s
Converter
lb/min
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
g/s
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
g/s = lb/min × 7.559873
Multiply any value in pounds per minute by 7.559873 to obtain the value in grams per second.
Worked example
Convert 1 lb/min to g/s.
- 01Start with 1 lb/min.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 7.559873 = 7.55987 g/s.
Result1 lb/min = 7.55987 g/s
Conversion table
| lb/min | g/s |
|---|---|
| 1 | 7.5599 |
| 2 | 15.12 |
| 5 | 37.799 |
| 10 | 75.599 |
| 20 | 151.2 |
| 50 | 377.99 |
| 100 | 755.99 |
| 200 | 1512 |
| 500 | 3779.9 |
| 1000 | 7559.9 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from lb/min to g/s?
1 lb/min equals 7.559873 g/s. To convert, multiply the value in pounds per minute by 7.559873.
How do I convert 1 lb/min to g/s?
1 lb/min = 7.55987 g/s. For any value, multiply by 7.559873.
How do I convert g/s back to lb/min?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.1322774. So 1 g/s = 0.132277 lb/min.
When would I need to convert pound per minute to gram per second?
Mass flow conversions between lb/min and g/s 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).