The kilogram per second is the SI derived unit of mass flow rate, expressing the mass passing per second.
Derived from the SI units of mass and time, it forms the basis of mass balance calculations in process engineering.
Measurement system: International System of Units (SI). SI equivalent: Base SI mass flow rate unit.
Kilogram per Second facts
- Unit name
- Kilogram per Second
- Symbol
- kg/s
- Category
- Mass Flow Rate
- Measurement system
- International System of Units (SI)
- SI equivalent
- Base SI mass flow rate unit
- Common uses
- Industrial process design, mass balance calculations, fuel and material flow rates
Definition of the kilogram per second
The kilogram per second is the SI derived unit of mass flow rate, expressing the mass passing per second.
Measurement system and SI relationship
International System of Units (SI)
SI equivalent: Base SI mass flow rate unit
History of the kilogram per second
Derived from the SI units of mass and time, it forms the basis of mass balance calculations in process engineering.
Where is the kilogram per second used?
Industrial process design, mass balance calculations, fuel and material flow rates