What Is This Tool?
This converter changes flow measurements from acre-foot per day, a volume flow rate used in water resources, to kilogram per day for gasoline at 15.5°C, a mass flow rate important for petroleum and fuel management.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in acre-foot per day
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Select the target unit as kilogram per day for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Click convert to obtain the corresponding mass flow rate
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Use the result for custody transfers, inventory checks, or process evaluations
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rates in acre-foot/day to mass flow rates for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Uses a standardized gasoline density reference temperature of 15.5°C for accurate mass-volume equivalence
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Ideal for custody transfer, inventory reconciliation, and process management in petroleum operations
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Supports quick calculation using the precise conversion factor without manual formula application
Examples
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Converting 2 ac*ft/d results in 1,823,905.22 kg/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Converting 0.5 ac*ft/d gives 455,976.31 kg/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Calculating gasoline mass flow for pipeline or tanker custody transfers
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Performing inventory reconciliation at fuel depots and refineries
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Reporting throughput and process mass balances in refining and distribution
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Translating water-based volumetric flow rates into gasoline mass flow rates for management
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure input values are accurate and represent actual volumetric flow rates
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Use this conversion only when gasoline density matches the standard 15.5°C reference
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Double-check calculations for fuel custody and inventory management
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Avoid applying this conversion to other substances or temperatures without adjustments
Limitations
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Assumes gasoline density is standardized at 15.5°C; variations affect result accuracy
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Converts volumetric flow units of water-based measurements to gasoline mass flow using fixed density
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Not designed for substances other than gasoline or significantly different temperatures without correction
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline temperature referenced at 15.5°C for this conversion?
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The temperature of 15.5°C is a standard reference in petroleum measurement to ensure consistent mass-volume conversion for custody transfer and inventory.
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Can this conversion be used for liquids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C and is not suitable for other substances without adjustment.
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What does acre-foot/day measure in this context?
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Acre-foot per day is a volumetric flow rate measuring the delivery or removal of one acre-foot of volume each day, commonly used in water resource management.
Key Terminology
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Acre-foot/day
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A volumetric flow rate equal to one acre-foot of volume delivered or removed each day, typically used in water resource management.
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Kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate indicating the kilograms of gasoline moving past a point per day, standardized to a temperature of 15.5°C for consistent measurement.
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Custody Transfer
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The process of transferring fuel ownership where quantities are measured and reported on a standard mass basis.