Convert Cubic inches per minute to Cubic metres per second
Convert Cubic inches per minute (in³/min) to Cubic metres per second (m³/s) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
m³/s = in³/min × 2.731177333e-7
About Cubic inches per minute
The cubic inch per minute (in³/min) equals 1.6387064×10⁻⁵/60 ≈ 2.731×10⁻⁷ m³/s, common in US pneumatic and hydraulic circuit design. Air-tool consumption is rated in SCIM (standard cubic inches per minute); small hydraulic cylinders advancing at 10 in/min with 1 in² bore consume 10 in³/min: exactly 0.163 mL/s. 1 in³/min ≈ 2.731×10⁻⁷ m³/s.
About Cubic metres per second
The cubic metre per second (m³/s) is the SI coherent unit of volumetric flow rate. It is used for large river discharges, turbine inlet flows, and major pipeline capacities. The Amazon River at its mouth averages ≈200 000 m³/s; a large hydroelectric turbine passes 400-800 m³/s; a major municipal water-main carries 5-20 m³/s. 1 m³/s = 1 000 L/s ≈ 15 850 US gal/min = 35.315 ft³/s.
Quick Reference Table
| Cubic inches per minute (in³/min) | Cubic metres per second (m³/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 in³/min | 2.731 × 10-7 m³/s |
| 2 in³/min | 5.462 × 10-7 m³/s |
| 5 in³/min | 1.366 × 10-6 m³/s |
| 10 in³/min | 2.731 × 10-6 m³/s |
| 25 in³/min | 6.828 × 10-6 m³/s |
| 50 in³/min | 1.366 × 10-5 m³/s |
| 100 in³/min | 2.731 × 10-5 m³/s |