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Volumetric Flux

cm/stoLMH

Convert centimetres per second (volumetric flux) (cm/s) to litres per square metre per hour (LMH).

Factor1 cm/s = 36000 LMH

Converter

cm/s

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

Result
36000LMH

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
LMH = cm/s × 36000

Multiply any value in centimetres per second (volumetric flux) by 36000 to obtain the value in litres per square metre per hour.

Worked example

Convert 1 cm/s to LMH.

  1. 01Start with 1 cm/s.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 36000 = 36000 LMH.
Result1 cm/s = 36000 LMH

Conversion table

cm/sLMH
136000
272000
51.8000e+5
103.6000e+5
207.2000e+5
501.8000e+6
1003.6000e+6
2007.2000e+6
5001.8e+7
10003.6e+7

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from cm/s to LMH?
1 cm/s equals 36000 LMH. To convert, multiply the value in centimetres per second (volumetric flux) by 36000.
How do I convert 1 cm/s to LMH?
1 cm/s = 36000 LMH. For any value, multiply by 36000.
How do I convert LMH back to cm/s?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 2.777778e-5. So 1 LMH = 2.77778e-5 cm/s.
When would I need to convert centimetre per second (volumetric flux) to litre per square metre per hour?
Volumetric-flux conversions between cm/s and LMH are routine in membrane filtration (RO, UF, MF, NF permeate flux), hydraulic loading specification, water-treatment design, hydrometallurgy and packed-bed column loading, and environmental engineering. LMH (L/m²/h) and gfd (gal/ft²/day) dominate membrane datasheets; m³/m²/h and m³/m²/day cover SI engineering ladders; m/day and cm/s appear as superficial velocity in hydromet and packed-bed work. Volumetric flux is the same physical quantity as superficial velocity (m³/m²/s ≡ m/s) but is kept distinct from the velocity and flow categories because the engineering intent is volumetric throughput per unit area, not bulk motion or total throughput.
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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