Pints per minute (pnt/min) to Cubic Centimeters per second (cm3/s) conversion

Pints per minute to Cubic Centimeters per second conversion table

Pints per minute (pnt/min)Cubic Centimeters per second (cm3/s)
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17.8862745504298
215.77254910086
323.658823651289
431.545098201719
539.431372752149
647.317647302579
755.203921853009
863.090196403439
970.976470953868
1078.862745504298
20157.7254910086
30236.58823651289
40315.45098201719
50394.31372752149
60473.17647302579
70552.03921853009
80630.90196403439
90709.76470953868
100788.62745504298
10007886.2745504298

How to convert pints per minute to cubic centimeters per second?

Converting between pints per minute and cubic centimeters per second involves understanding the relationship between volume and time. Here's a breakdown of the conversion process:

Conversion Fundamentals

Pints (US) and cubic centimeters are both units of volume, while minutes and seconds are units of time. To convert pints per minute to cubic centimeters per second, we need to convert both the volume and time units.

Step-by-Step Conversion: Pints per Minute to Cubic Centimeters per Second

  1. Pints to Cubic Centimeters:

    • 1 US pint is approximately equal to 473.176 cubic centimeters.
  2. Minutes to Seconds:

    • 1 minute = 60 seconds

Therefore, to convert pints per minute to cubic centimeters per second, we use the following conversion factor:

1pintminute=473.176 cm360 seconds1 \frac{pint}{minute} = \frac{473.176 \ cm^3}{60 \ seconds}

Applying this to 1 pint per minute:

1pintminute=473.17660cm3second7.886cm3second1 \frac{pint}{minute} = \frac{473.176}{60} \frac{cm^3}{second} \approx 7.886 \frac{cm^3}{second}

So, 1 US pint per minute is approximately equal to 7.886 cubic centimeters per second.

Step-by-Step Conversion: Cubic Centimeters per Second to Pints per Minute

To convert cubic centimeters per second to pints per minute, we reverse the process.

  1. Cubic Centimeters to Pints:

    • 1 cubic centimeter is approximately equal to 1473.176\frac{1}{473.176} US pints.
  2. Seconds to Minutes:

    • 1 second = 160\frac{1}{60} minutes.

Therefore, to convert cubic centimeters per second to pints per minute, we use the following conversion factor:

1cm3second=1473.17660pintminute1 \frac{cm^3}{second} = \frac{1}{473.176} \cdot 60 \frac{pint}{minute}

Applying this to 1 cubic centimeter per second:

1cm3second=60473.176pintminute0.1268pintminute1 \frac{cm^3}{second} = \frac{60}{473.176} \frac{pint}{minute} \approx 0.1268 \frac{pint}{minute}

Thus, 1 cubic centimeter per second is approximately equal to 0.1268 US pints per minute.

Real-World Examples

  1. Medical Infusion Rates: Intravenous (IV) fluid delivery rates in hospitals are often measured in milliliters per hour, which can be converted to cubic centimeters per second for precise control.
  2. Engine Displacement: Car engine displacement is often described in cubic centimeters (cc). The flow rate of fuel or oil within the engine could be expressed in pints per minute.
  3. Aquarium Pump Flow Rates: The flow rate of water pumps in aquariums is often specified in gallons per hour (GPH) or liters per hour (LPH), which can be converted to pints per minute or cubic centimeters per second for comparison.

Historical Note

While not directly related to a specific law or famous person, the standardization of measurement units has been a long and evolving process. The development of the metric system, including units like cubic centimeters, was driven by the need for a universal and consistent system of measurement, particularly during the French Revolution. Efforts to standardize units continue to this day, driven by scientific, industrial, and commercial needs. You can read about the history of metric system BBC - How France created the metric system.

See below section for step by step unit conversion with formulas and explanations. Please refer to the table below for a list of all the Cubic Centimeters per second to other unit conversions.

What is pints per minute?

What is Pints per Minute?

Pints per minute (PPM) is a unit of volumetric flow rate. It measures the volume of a fluid (liquid or gas) that passes through a given point per minute, where the volume is measured in pints. It's commonly used in applications where relatively small flow rates need to be measured, such as in beverage dispensing, laboratory experiments, and some industrial processes.

Understanding Pints and Minutes

  • Pint (pt): A pint is a unit of volume in the imperial and United States customary systems of measurement. In the US system, a liquid pint is equal to 16 fluid ounces or approximately 473 milliliters.
  • Minute (min): A minute is a unit of time, equal to 60 seconds.

Therefore, 1 pint per minute is equivalent to 473 milliliters flowing per minute.

Calculating Flow Rate

Flow rate (Q) is defined as the volume of fluid (V) passing a point per unit of time (t):

Q=VtQ = \frac{V}{t}

Where:

  • QQ = Flow rate (pints per minute)
  • VV = Volume (pints)
  • tt = Time (minutes)

Practical Applications and Examples

Pints per minute are used in scenarios requiring precise control and measurement of small fluid volumes. Here are some examples:

  • Beverage Dispensing: Soft drink and beer dispensing systems use PPM to control the flow of liquids, ensuring consistent pouring rates. For example, a beer tap might be calibrated to dispense at a rate of 0.5 pints per minute.
  • Laboratory Experiments: In chemical and biological experiments, PPM is used to deliver reagents or samples at controlled flow rates using pumps or microfluidic devices.
  • Medical Infusion: IV drips use PPM to regulate the flow of fluids and medication into a patient's bloodstream.
  • Industrial Processes: Some manufacturing processes, such as chemical mixing or coating applications, require precise metering of liquids in PPM.

Connection to Other Flow Rate Units

While pints per minute are useful for certain applications, flow rates can also be expressed in other units:

  • Gallons per minute (GPM): A common unit for larger flow rates, such as in water pumps or irrigation systems. 1 GPM is equal to 8 pints per minute.
  • Liters per minute (LPM): A metric unit of flow rate. 1 LPM is approximately equal to 2.11 pints per minute.
  • Cubic meters per hour (m3/hm^3/h): Another metric unit for higher flow rates. 1 m3/hm^3/h is equal to roughly 35195.1 Pints per minute.

What is Cubic Centimeters per second?

Cubic centimeters per second (cc/s or cm3/s\text{cm}^3/\text{s}) is a unit of volumetric flow rate. It describes the volume of a substance that passes through a given area per unit of time. In this case, it represents the volume in cubic centimeters that flows every second. This unit is often used when dealing with small flow rates, as cubic meters per second would be too large to be practical.

Understanding Cubic Centimeters

A cubic centimeter (cm3cm^3) is a unit of volume equivalent to a milliliter (mL). Imagine a cube with each side measuring one centimeter. The space contained within that cube is one cubic centimeter.

Defining "Per Second"

The "per second" part of the unit indicates the rate at which the cubic centimeters are flowing. So, 1 cc/s means one cubic centimeter of a substance is passing a specific point every second.

Formula for Volumetric Flow Rate

The volumetric flow rate (Q) can be calculated using the following formula:

Q=VtQ = \frac{V}{t}

Where:

  • QQ = Volumetric flow rate (in cm3/s\text{cm}^3/\text{s})
  • VV = Volume (in cm3\text{cm}^3)
  • tt = Time (in seconds)

Relationship to Other Units

Cubic centimeters per second can be converted to other units of flow rate. Here are a few common conversions:

  • 1 cm3/s\text{cm}^3/\text{s} = 0.000001 m3/s\text{m}^3/\text{s} (cubic meters per second)
  • 1 cm3/s\text{cm}^3/\text{s} ≈ 0.061 in3/s\text{in}^3/\text{s} (cubic inches per second)
  • 1 cm3/s\text{cm}^3/\text{s} = 1 mL/s\text{mL/s} (milliliters per second)

Applications in the Real World

While there isn't a specific "law" directly associated with cubic centimeters per second, it's a fundamental unit in fluid mechanics and is used extensively in various fields:

  • Medicine: Measuring the flow rate of intravenous (IV) fluids, where precise and relatively small volumes are crucial. For example, administering medication at a rate of 0.5 cc/s.
  • Chemistry: Controlling the flow rate of reactants in microfluidic devices and lab experiments. For example, dispensing a reagent at a flow rate of 2 cc/s into a reaction chamber.
  • Engineering: Testing the flow rate of fuel injectors in engines. Fuel injector flow rates are critical and are measured in terms of volume per time, such as 15 cc/s.
  • 3D Printing: Regulating the extrusion rate of material in some 3D printing processes. The rate at which filament extrudes could be controlled at levels of 1-5 cc/s.
  • HVAC Systems: Measuring air flow rates in small ducts or vents.

Relevant Physical Laws and Concepts

The concept of cubic centimeters per second ties into several important physical laws:

  • Continuity Equation: This equation states that for incompressible fluids, the mass flow rate is constant throughout a closed system. The continuity equation is expressed as:

    A1v1=A2v2A_1v_1 = A_2v_2

    where AA is the cross-sectional area and vv is the flow velocity.

    Khan Academy's explanation of the Continuity Equation further details the relationship between area, velocity, and flow rate.

  • Bernoulli's Principle: This principle relates the pressure, velocity, and height of a fluid in a flowing system. It states that an increase in the speed of a fluid occurs simultaneously with a decrease in pressure or a decrease in the fluid's potential energy.

    More information on Bernoulli's Principle can be found here.

Complete Pints per minute conversion table

Enter # of Pints per minute
Convert 1 pnt/min to other unitsResult
Pints per minute to Cubic Millimeters per second (pnt/min to mm3/s)7886.2745504298
Pints per minute to Cubic Centimeters per second (pnt/min to cm3/s)7.8862745504298
Pints per minute to Cubic Decimeters per second (pnt/min to dm3/s)0.00788627455043
Pints per minute to Cubic Decimeters per minute (pnt/min to dm3/min)0.4731764730258
Pints per minute to Cubic Decimeters per hour (pnt/min to dm3/h)28.390588381547
Pints per minute to Cubic Decimeters per day (pnt/min to dm3/d)681.37412115714
Pints per minute to Cubic Decimeters per year (pnt/min to dm3/a)248871.89775264
Pints per minute to Millilitres per second (pnt/min to ml/s)7.8862745504298
Pints per minute to Centilitres per second (pnt/min to cl/s)0.788627455043
Pints per minute to Decilitres per second (pnt/min to dl/s)0.0788627455043
Pints per minute to Litres per second (pnt/min to l/s)0.00788627455043
Pints per minute to Litres per minute (pnt/min to l/min)0.4731764730258
Pints per minute to Litres per hour (pnt/min to l/h)28.390588381547
Pints per minute to Litres per day (pnt/min to l/d)681.37412115714
Pints per minute to Litres per year (pnt/min to l/a)248871.89775264
Pints per minute to Kilolitres per second (pnt/min to kl/s)0.00000788627455043
Pints per minute to Kilolitres per minute (pnt/min to kl/min)0.0004731764730258
Pints per minute to Kilolitres per hour (pnt/min to kl/h)0.02839058838155
Pints per minute to Cubic meters per second (pnt/min to m3/s)0.00000788627455043
Pints per minute to Cubic meters per minute (pnt/min to m3/min)0.0004731764730258
Pints per minute to Cubic meters per hour (pnt/min to m3/h)0.02839058838155
Pints per minute to Cubic meters per day (pnt/min to m3/d)0.6813741211571
Pints per minute to Cubic meters per year (pnt/min to m3/a)248.87189775264
Pints per minute to Cubic kilometers per second (pnt/min to km3/s)7.8862745504298e-15
Pints per minute to Teaspoons per second (pnt/min to tsp/s)1.6
Pints per minute to Tablespoons per second (pnt/min to Tbs/s)0.5333333333333
Pints per minute to Cubic inches per second (pnt/min to in3/s)0.4812522182719
Pints per minute to Cubic inches per minute (pnt/min to in3/min)28.875133096317
Pints per minute to Cubic inches per hour (pnt/min to in3/h)1732.507985779
Pints per minute to Fluid Ounces per second (pnt/min to fl-oz/s)0.2666666666667
Pints per minute to Fluid Ounces per minute (pnt/min to fl-oz/min)16
Pints per minute to Fluid Ounces per hour (pnt/min to fl-oz/h)960
Pints per minute to Cups per second (pnt/min to cup/s)0.03333333333333
Pints per minute to Pints per second (pnt/min to pnt/s)0.01666666666667
Pints per minute to Pints per hour (pnt/min to pnt/h)60
Pints per minute to Quarts per second (pnt/min to qt/s)0.008333333333333
Pints per minute to Gallons per second (pnt/min to gal/s)0.002083333333333
Pints per minute to Gallons per minute (pnt/min to gal/min)0.125
Pints per minute to Gallons per hour (pnt/min to gal/h)7.5
Pints per minute to Cubic feet per second (pnt/min to ft3/s)0.0002785013009492
Pints per minute to Cubic feet per minute (pnt/min to ft3/min)0.01671007805695
Pints per minute to Cubic feet per hour (pnt/min to ft3/h)1.0026046834171
Pints per minute to Cubic yards per second (pnt/min to yd3/s)0.00001031484783665
Pints per minute to Cubic yards per minute (pnt/min to yd3/min)0.0006188908701992
Pints per minute to Cubic yards per hour (pnt/min to yd3/h)0.03713345221195

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