What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to quickly translate very low volumetric flow rates expressed in cubic centimeters per hour into mass flow rates in pounds per second, specifically for gasoline at a standardized temperature of 15.5°C.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in cubic centimeters per hour.
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Select the target unit as pound per second for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Perform the conversion to get the mass flow equivalent.
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Apply the result for billing, inventory control, or engineering analysis.
Key Features
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Converts between low volumetric flow and mass flow units tailored for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Supports very small flow measurements critical for precision applications.
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Browser-based and simple to use without installation.
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Provides clear definition and context for each unit involved in the conversion.
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Includes example conversions to guide users.
Examples
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100 cubic centimeters/hour converts to approximately 4.5276×10⁻⁵ pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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5000 cubic centimeters/hour converts to approximately 0.0022638 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Translating low fluid flow rates for accurate fuel billing and inventory in custody transfer.
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Determining fuel mass flow in engine tests and performance measurements.
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Sizing and evaluating fuel pumps and delivery systems in petroleum and automotive industries.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is close to 15.5°C to maintain conversion accuracy.
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Use precise measurement tools since very low flow rates can be difficult to measure reliably.
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Account for potential changes in fluid composition or temperature when interpreting results.
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline being at the reference temperature of 15.5°C.
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Volumetric flow to mass flow conversion may vary if fluid properties change.
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Low flow rates measured in cubic centimeters per hour may have increased measurement uncertainty.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline temperature standardized at 15.5°C for this conversion?
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Gasoline density changes with temperature, so 15.5°C is used as a reference to ensure consistent mass flow measurements.
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Can this converter be used for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5°C due to its density characteristics and flow measurement standards.
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What challenges exist in measuring flow rates in cubic centimeters per hour?
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Very low flow rates can be difficult to measure accurately due to sensor precision limits and potential flow variability.
Key Terminology
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Cubic Centimeter per Hour
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A volumetric flow unit representing one milliliter of fluid passing per hour, used for very low steady flow measurements.
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Pound per Second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate indicating pounds of gasoline passing per second, standardized at 15.5 °C to account for temperature-dependent density variation.
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Custody Transfer
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The process of transferring ownership of fuel, requiring accurate volumetric-to-mass flow conversions for billing and inventory.