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Volumetric Flux

m/stocm/hr

Convert metres per second (volumetric flux) (m/s) to centimetres per hour (volumetric flux) (cm/hr).

Factor1 m/s = 360000 cm/hr

Converter

m/s

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

Result
360000cm/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
cm/hr = m/s × 360000

Multiply any value in metres per second (volumetric flux) by 360000 to obtain the value in centimetres per hour (volumetric flux).

Worked example

Convert 1 m/s to cm/hr.

  1. 01Start with 1 m/s.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 360000 = 360000 cm/hr.
Result1 m/s = 360000 cm/hr

Conversion table

m/scm/hr
13.6000e+5
27.2000e+5
51.8000e+6
103.6000e+6
207.2000e+6
501.8e+7
1003.6e+7
2007.2e+7
5001.8e+8
10003.6e+8

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from m/s to cm/hr?
1 m/s equals 360000 cm/hr. To convert, multiply the value in metres per second (volumetric flux) by 360000.
How do I convert 1 m/s to cm/hr?
1 m/s = 360000 cm/hr. For any value, multiply by 360000.
How do I convert cm/hr back to m/s?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 2.777778e-6. So 1 cm/hr = 2.77778e-6 m/s.
When would I need to convert metre per second (volumetric flux) to centimetre per hour (volumetric flux)?
Volumetric-flux conversions between m/s and cm/hr 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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