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Mass Flow Rate

lb/mintoklb/hr

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

Factor1 lb/min = 0.06 klb/hr

Converter

lb/min

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

Result
6klb/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
klb/hr = lb/min × 0.06

Multiply any value in pounds per minute by 0.06 to obtain the value in kilopounds per hour.

Worked example

Convert 100 lb/min to klb/hr.

  1. 01Start with 100 lb/min.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 0.06 = 6 klb/hr.
Result100 lb/min = 6 klb/hr

Conversion table

lb/minklb/hr
10.06
20.12
50.3
100.6
201.2
503
1006
20012
50030
100060

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

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