CFM to m³/hr

Convert cubic feet per minute to cubic meters per hour instantly.

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Formula

1 CFM = 1.69901 m³/hr

Unit Relationship

1 cubic foot per minute equals 1.69901 cubic meters per hour on this converter. Multiply CFM by 1.69901.

Worked Example

For 500 CFM: 500 × 1.69901 = 849.505 m³/hr.

Unit Definitions

CFM: Cubic feet per minute measures volumetric flow in cubic feet per minute.

m³/hr: Cubic meters per hour measures volumetric flow in cubic meters per hour.

Practical Uses

• converting ventilation airflow into metric hourly units
• comparing fan and air-handler capacities
• reviewing HVAC design data
• translating mechanical equipment specifications

Precision and Rounding

This page uses 1.69901 m³/hr per CFM. Displayed results are rounded to four decimal places.

Important Notes

• Both units measure volumetric flow rate.
• CFM is frequently used in North American HVAC work, while m³/hr is common in metric specifications.
• 500 CFM converts to 849.505 m³/hr.

Quick Reference

CFM	m³/hr
100	169.9
500	849.51
1000	1699.01
5000	8495.05

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