What Is This Tool?
This tool allows you to convert volumetric flow rates expressed in cubic centimeters per hour into mass flow rates in kilograms per second for gasoline at a specified reference temperature of 15.5°C. It supports precise fuel flow calculations where density and temperature considerations are critical.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in cubic centimeters per hour.
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Select or confirm the from-unit as cubic centimeter/hour and the to-unit as kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Click convert to see the equivalent mass flow rate in kilogram/second.
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Use the result for fuel flow management, monitoring, or testing related to gasoline.
Key Features
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Converts low volumetric flow rates (cubic centimeter/hour) to mass flow (kilogram/second) for gasoline.
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Accounts for gasoline density at 15.5°C, a common standard reference temperature.
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Supports conversions used in fuel metering, combustion control, and flow meter calibration.
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Browser-based and easy to use with straightforward input and output.
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Includes examples showing practical conversion values.
Examples
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Convert 10 cubic centimeters/hour: 10 × 2.0536918234277e-7 = 2.0536918234277e-6 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Convert 500 cubic centimeters/hour: 500 × 2.0536918234277e-7 = 1.0268459117e-4 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Setting and reporting very low volumetric infusion rates in medical or precision fluid systems.
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Specifying mass fuel flow to engines or turbines for combustion and performance calculations.
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Custody transfer and billing at fuel terminals requiring mass flow measurements at standard temperature.
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Calibration and testing of flow meters and process controls in refineries or pipelines.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline temperature is close to 15.5°C for conversion accuracy.
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Use sensitive instrumentation to measure very low flow rates reliably.
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Double-check unit selections before performing conversions.
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Use the tool for gasoline only or adjust calculations for other fluids based on their density.
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Refer to the provided conversion examples to verify correct usage.
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on using gasoline density precisely at 15.5°C; deviations affect results.
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Measurement of very low flow rates requires sensitive and precise devices.
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Conversion is specific to gasoline and not applicable directly to other fluids without density adjustment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline density referenced at 15.5°C?
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15.5°C is a standard reference temperature commonly used for liquid fuels to account for temperature-dependent density variations, ensuring consistent mass flow calculations.
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Can I use this conversion for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C. Other fluids require consideration of their own densities for accurate conversion.
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What should I do if my gasoline temperature differs from 15.5°C?
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Adjust your calculations or measurements to match the density at 15.5°C, as temperature deviations can affect density and conversion accuracy.
Key Terminology
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Cubic Centimeter/Hour
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A unit of volumetric flow rate indicating the passage of one cubic centimeter of fluid per hour, used for very low steady flows.
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Kilogram/Second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit describing kilograms of gasoline passing a point each second, adjusted for gasoline density at 15.5°C.
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Mass Flow Rate
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The measurement of mass passing through a given point per unit time.