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Mass Flow Rate

lb/mintot/hr

Convert pounds per minute (lb/min) to metric tonnes per hour (t/hr).

Factor1 lb/min = 0.02721554 t/hr

Converter

lb/min

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

Result
2.72155t/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
t/hr = lb/min × 0.02721554

Multiply any value in pounds per minute by 0.02721554 to obtain the value in metric tonnes per hour.

Worked example

Convert 100 lb/min to t/hr.

  1. 01Start with 100 lb/min.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 0.02721554 = 2.72155 t/hr.
Result100 lb/min = 2.72155 t/hr

Conversion table

lb/mint/hr
10.027216
20.054431
50.13608
100.27216
200.54431
501.3608
1002.7216
2005.4431
50013.608
100027.216

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from lb/min to t/hr?
1 lb/min equals 0.02721554 t/hr. To convert, multiply the value in pounds per minute by 0.02721554.
How do I convert 1 lb/min to t/hr?
1 lb/min = 0.0272155 t/hr. For any value, multiply by 0.02721554.
How do I convert t/hr back to lb/min?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 36.74371. So 1 t/hr = 36.7437 lb/min.
When would I need to convert pound per minute to metric tonne per hour?
Mass flow conversions between lb/min and t/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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