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Conversion calculator

Flow Rate Converter

Convert flow values between GPM, L/min, and cubic meters per hour for sprinkler and pump calculation checks.

Unit ConversionConversionWorkpaper

Calculation workpaper

Enter inputs, review outputs, then use the guidance below before carrying the result forward.

US customary units

Calculation inputs

Enter project screening values in the units shown.

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Worksheet header

Optional project fields for keeping the calculation screen traceable.

Results

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Converted value

378.541

Calculated output

Converted value378.541
From unitGPM
To unitL/min

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Flow Rate Converter

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Project record

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Inputs

Flow value
100
From unit
GPM
To unit
L/min

Results

Converted value
378.541
From unit
GPM
To unit
L/min

Calculation basis

Formula
Unit conversion by flow factor
Reference standard
Conversion
Professional boundary
Verify adopted code, project criteria, listed equipment data, and AHJ requirements before relying on this record.
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Calculation basis

Use the formula and linked reference data after the result is visible. Keep input selection separate from the calculation screen.

Formula

Unit conversion by flow factor

Nominal Pipe Diameter

Nominal SizeSchedule 10 ID (in)Schedule 40 ID (in)
3/4"0.8840.824
1"1.0971.049
1-1/4"1.4421.38
1-1/2"1.6821.61
2"2.1572.067
2-1/2"2.6352.469

Use this result

Use converted flow to move values between field records and calculator inputs.

Check before use
Confirm source and target flow units before copying the result downstream.
Common pitfall
Flow conversion does not validate whether the demand or test data is reasonable.
Next step
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Input evidence

Confirm these values before using the result.

  • Flow value
  • From unit
  • To unit

Record retention

Save the PDF after project fields, inputs, and results are set.

PDF includes

  • Project header and calculator inputs
  • Computed result rows and warnings
  • Formula, reference basis, and professional boundary

Check before filing

  • Input traceability
  • Method review
  • Output reasonableness
  • Professional boundary

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Engineering disclaimer
NFPA in USA provides engineering workpapers, calculation checks, and reference tables for project screening and coordination. Final design decisions, code interpretations, submittals, and acceptance records must be completed by qualified professionals and verified against the adopted code, project criteria, listings, and Authority Having Jurisdiction requirements. This site does not issue signed or sealed engineering documents.

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FAQ

What is this Flow Rate calculator for?+
Use it to compute a defined fire protection value from documented inputs, then retain the inputs, result, formula, and warnings with the project record.
Are the results suitable for permit submission?+
Use the saved record only after it is checked against adopted code, project criteria, equipment listings, and AHJ requirements.