Cfm

/ˌsiːɛfˈɛm/ noun

Definition

A unit of measurement for air flow rate, meaning cubic feet per minute, commonly used in ventilation and HVAC systems.

Etymology

Acronym combining cubic feet with m for minute; became standard in HVAC engineering during the 20th century.

Kelly Says

Your room's air quality depends on CFM—a quiet library needs maybe 50 CFM while a restaurant kitchen might need 3,000 CFM to prevent grease buildup.

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