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Definition: This calculator determines the flow rate of water based on the volume of water that passes through a point in a given time.
Purpose: It helps engineers, plumbers, and water system designers calculate water flow rates for pipes, channels, and other hydraulic systems.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The volume of water is divided by the time it takes to pass through to determine the flow rate.
Details: Accurate flow rate calculations are essential for designing efficient water systems, ensuring proper pipe sizing, and maintaining adequate water pressure.
Tips: Enter the volume of water in cubic meters and the time period in seconds. Both values must be greater than 0.
Q1: What are common units for flow rate?
A: Common units include m³/s (SI), liters/second, gallons/minute (GPM), and cubic feet/second (CFS).
Q2: How do I convert between different flow rate units?
A: 1 m³/s = 1000 liters/second = 15850.3 gallons/minute = 35.3147 cubic feet/second.
Q3: What's a typical flow rate for household plumbing?
A: A standard showerhead has about 0.1-0.2 liters/second (0.0001-0.0002 m³/s).
Q4: How does pipe diameter affect flow rate?
A: Flow rate increases with the square of pipe diameter (for the same velocity).
Q5: What's the difference between flow rate and flow velocity?
A: Flow rate is volume per time, while flow velocity is distance per time (flow rate divided by cross-sectional area).