CFM ↔ L/min Converter

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Flow Rate Converter

Convert between CFM (cubic feet per minute) and L/min (litres per minute) — the two most common compressed air flow units.

CFM → L/min

L/min → CFM

Common Reference Values

CFML/minTypical Application
1 CFM28.3 L/minSmall dental handpiece
5 CFM141.6 L/minSingle dental chair unit
10 CFM283.2 L/minCNC vacuum bed small
35 CFM991.1 L/minMedium industrial system
100 CFM2831.7 L/minLarge compressor output

Conversion Formula

1 CFM = 28.3168 L/min
1 L/min = 0.03531 CFM

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