Cubic Meters per Hour to Cubic Feet per Minute Converter
Convert cubic meters per hour to cubic feet per minute instantly. Type a value, change either unit, or press swap to go the other way. 1 cubic meter per hour = 0.58857778 cubic feet per minute.
1 cubic meter per hour = 0.58857778 cubic feet per minute
How to convert cubic meters per hour to cubic feet per minute
cubic feet per minute = cubic meters per hour × 0.5885777787
To convert cubic meters per hour to cubic feet per minute, multiply the value by 0.5885777787. To go back from cubic feet per minute to cubic meters per hour, divide by the same number (or multiply by 1.699010796).
Worked examples
- 50 m³/h: 50 × 0.5885777787 = 29.428889 cfm
- 100 m³/h: 100 × 0.5885777787 = 58.857778 cfm
- 170 m³/h: 170 × 0.5885777787 = 100.05822 cfm
Multiply m³/h by 0.59, or divide by 1.7. A 170 m³/h fan moves about 100 cfm.
Cubic Meters per Hour to Cubic Feet per Minute conversion table
Cubic Meters per Hour to Cubic Feet per Minute
| m³/h | cfm |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.58857778 |
| 10 | 5.8857778 |
| 50 | 29.428889 |
| 100 | 58.857778 |
| 170 | 100.05822 |
| 250 | 147.14444 |
| 500 | 294.28889 |
| 1,000 | 588.57778 |
| 2,000 | 1,177.1556 |
| 5,000 | 2,942.8889 |
Cubic Feet per Minute to Cubic Meters per Hour
| cfm | m³/h |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.6990108 |
| 10 | 16.990108 |
| 50 | 84.95054 |
| 100 | 169.90108 |
| 170 | 288.83184 |
| 250 | 424.7527 |
| 500 | 849.5054 |
| 1,000 | 1,699.0108 |
| 2,000 | 3,398.0216 |
| 5,000 | 8,495.054 |
Flow Rate equivalents
See how one cubic meter per hour and one cubic foot per minute compare with every other flow rate unit on the site.
1 cubic meter per hour equals
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| cubic meters per second (m³/s) | 0.0002777778 |
| liters per minute (L/min) | 16.66667 |
| liters per second (L/s) | 0.2777778 |
| US gallons per minute (gpm) | 4.402868 |
| cubic feet per minute (cfm) | 0.5885778 |
| cubic feet per second (cfs) | 0.00980963 |
1 cubic foot per minute equals
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| cubic meters per second (m³/s) | 0.0004719474 |
| cubic meters per hour (m³/h) | 1.699011 |
| liters per minute (L/min) | 28.31685 |
| liters per second (L/s) | 0.4719474 |
| US gallons per minute (gpm) | 7.480519 |
| cubic feet per second (cfs) | 0.01666667 |
When you need to convert cubic meters per hour to cubic feet per minute
Fans, extractor hoods, HVAC systems and air compressors are rated in cubic meters per hour in Europe and Asia and in cubic feet per minute in North America. Matching airflow ratings correctly is vital for ventilation to meet building codes.
About the units
Cubic meter per hour (m³/h)
Cubic meters per hour is the common metric unit for fans, pumps and water supply systems.
Cubic foot per minute (cfm)
Cubic feet per minute measures airflow of fans, ventilation systems and air compressors.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert cubic meters per hour to cubic feet per minute?
Multiply the number of cubic meters per hour by 0.5885777787. For example, 10 cubic meters per hour × 0.5885777787 = 5.885777787 cubic feet per minute.
How many cubic feet per minute are in one cubic meter per hour?
There are 0.5885777787 cubic feet per minute in one cubic meter per hour.
How many cubic meters per hour are in one cubic foot per minute?
There are 1.699010796 cubic meters per hour in one cubic foot per minute.
How many CFM is 100 cubic meters per hour?
100 m³/h equals 58.86 CFM. Conversely, 100 CFM equals 169.9 m³/h.
Can I convert other flow rate units with this tool?
Yes. Use the From and To drop-downs in the converter to choose any flow rate unit, or press the swap button to reverse the conversion. All calculations use internationally defined conversion factors.