Fuel Flow Rate Converter

How to Convert Fuel Flow Rates

Converting fuel flow rates between lb/hr (pounds per hour) and cc/min (cubic centimeters per minute) is essential in various engineering and aviation applications. This calculator simplifies the process by using a standard conversion factor for typical aviation fuel.

What is the Formula?

The formulas for converting between lb/hr and cc/min are:

1. lb/hr to cc/min: \[ \text{cc/min} = \text{lb/hr} \times 10.5 \]

2. cc/min to lb/hr: \[ \text{lb/hr} = \text{cc/min} \div 10.5 \]

Where:

• 10.5 is the conversion factor for typical aviation fuel at standard conditions

What are the calculation steps?

1. Determine your input fuel flow rate (either in lb/hr or cc/min)
2. Choose the appropriate formula based on your conversion direction
3. Multiply or divide by the conversion factor (10.5)
4. The result is your converted fuel flow rate

Example Calculation

Let's convert a fuel flow rate of 100 lb/hr to cc/min:

Step 1: Identify the input

Input flow rate = 100 lb/hr

Step 2: Apply the formula

cc/min = 100 lb/hr × 10.5

Step 3: Calculate

cc/min = 1050 cc/min

Therefore, a fuel flow rate of 100 lb/hr is equivalent to 1050 cc/min.

Diagram of Fuel Flow Rate Conversion

The following diagram illustrates the relationship between lb/hr and cc/min in fuel flow rate conversion:

This diagram shows how the conversion factor of 10.5 relates lb/hr to cc/min. As the input value in one unit increases, the output value in the other unit increases proportionally.