Mass Flow Rate Calculator

What is a Mass Flow Rate Calculator?

A Mass Flow Rate Calculator is a tool used to determine the amount of mass passing through a given point in a system per unit time. It measures the movement of mass (solid, liquid, or gas) in industrial, mechanical, and scientific applications. The standard unit for mass flow rate is kilograms per second (kg/s) or grams per second (g/s) in the SI system, but other units like pounds per hour (lb/h) are also used.

Why Use a Mass Flow Rate Calculator?

• Engineering & Manufacturing: Essential for designing and optimizing piping systems, fuel injectors, and HVAC systems.
• Aerospace & Automotive: Used in fuel flow measurement for aircraft, rockets, and car engines.
• Chemical & Process Industries: Helps control material transport in reactors, heat exchangers, and pipelines.
• Environmental Science: Used for monitoring pollutant emissions, water treatment, and air filtration systems.

How to Use a Mass Flow Rate Calculator?

1. Input the fluid density (if known) or select a standard material (e.g., water, air, oil).
2. Enter the volumetric flow rate (m³/s, L/min, etc.).
3. (Optional) Enter velocity and pipe cross-sectional area for alternative calculations.
4. Click "Calculate" to determine the mass flow rate.

When to Use a Mass Flow Rate Calculator?

• When designing fluid transport systems to ensure proper flow rates in pipes and ducts.
• When analyzing fuel consumption in engines, turbines, and power plants.
• When conducting laboratory or industrial experiments involving fluid dynamics.
• When optimizing production processes in chemical, pharmaceutical, or food industries.