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Convert flow rates between milliliters per minute (mL/min) and liters per hour (L/h) instantly.
L/h = mL/min x 0.06
mL/min = L/h / 0.06
| mL/min | L/h |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.06 |
| 5 | 0.30 |
| 10 | 0.60 |
| 20 | 1.20 |
| 50 | 3.00 |
| 100 | 6.00 |
| 200 | 12.00 |
| 500 | 30.00 |
| 1000 | 60.00 |
| 2000 | 120.00 |
| 5000 | 300.00 |
Milliliters per minute (mL/min) is a small-scale volumetric flow rate unit commonly used in medical, laboratory, and precision applications. It measures how many milliliters of fluid pass through a point in one minute. This unit is particularly important in IV drip rates, chromatography, and microfluidic systems where precise small-volume flows are critical.
Liters per hour (L/h) is a volumetric flow rate unit that measures fluid volume per hour. It provides a more practical timeframe for many applications than per-minute measurements. L/h is commonly used in fuel consumption ratings, industrial processes, and irrigation systems where hourly measurements are more meaningful for planning and monitoring.
Example:
Convert 500 mL/min to L/h:
500 x 0.06 = 30 L/h
1 mL/min equals 0.06 L/h (or 60 mL/h).
IV pumps often display rates in mL/min or mL/h, while medication orders may specify hourly volumes. Converting between these units ensures accurate dosing.
Divide the L/h value by 0.06, or multiply by 16.667 to get mL/min.
Standard IV maintenance rates are often 80-125 mL/h (1.3-2.1 mL/min) for adults, depending on patient needs.
No, this is volumetric flow rate. Mass flow rate accounts for fluid density and is measured in units like kg/h or g/min.