Mass Flow Rate
mg/mintokg/min
Convert milligrams per minute (mg/min) to kilograms per minute (kg/min).
Factor1 mg/min = 1e-6 kg/min
Converter
mg/min
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kg/min
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kg/min = mg/min × 1e-6
Multiply any value in milligrams per minute by 1e-6 to obtain the value in kilograms per minute.
Worked example
Convert 1.00000e+6 mg/min to kg/min.
- 01Start with 1.00000e+6 mg/min.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1.00000e+6 × 1e-6 = 1 kg/min.
Result1.00000e+6 mg/min = 1 kg/min
Conversion table
| mg/min | kg/min |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1e-6 |
| 2 | 2e-6 |
| 5 | 5e-6 |
| 10 | 1e-5 |
| 20 | 2e-5 |
| 50 | 5e-5 |
| 100 | 0.0001 |
| 200 | 0.0002 |
| 500 | 0.0005 |
| 1000 | 0.001 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from mg/min to kg/min?
1 mg/min equals 1e-6 kg/min. To convert, multiply the value in milligrams per minute by 1e-6.
How do I convert 1 mg/min to kg/min?
1 mg/min = 1e-6 kg/min. For any value, multiply by 1e-6.
How do I convert kg/min back to mg/min?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 1000000. So 1 kg/min = 1.00000e+6 mg/min.
When would I need to convert milligram per minute to kilogram per minute?
Mass flow conversions between mg/min and kg/min 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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