What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms volumetric flow rates measured in cubic centimeters per minute into mass flow rates expressed in pounds per hour for gasoline at a standard temperature of 15.5 °C. It helps translate small liquid gasoline flows into mass units corrected for temperature, useful in engineering and fuel management applications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volumetric flow value in cubic centimeters per minute
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Select gasoline flow conversion to pound/hour at 15.5 °C
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Click the convert button to see the mass flow rate in pounds per hour
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Use the result for engineering, custody-transfer, or fuel consumption analysis
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rates (cubic centimeters/minute) to mass flow rates (pound/hour) for gasoline at 15.5 °C
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Uses a standard temperature reference for accurate mass flow representation
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Supports flow measurement in various industrial and laboratory scenarios
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Provides conversion examples for quick reference
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Browser-based and easy to use with no installation required
Examples
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Convert 10 cubic centimeters per minute to 0.977964938 pounds per hour (Gasoline at 15.5 °C)
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Convert 50 cubic centimeters per minute to 4.88982469 pounds per hour (Gasoline at 15.5 °C)
Common Use Cases
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Monitoring gasoline flow rates in pipelines and tanker trucks with temperature correction
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Measuring fuel consumption rates for engines, generators, and burners using mass flow
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Calibrating and verifying fuel delivery meters with temperature-referenced measurements
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Performing laboratory and instrumentation testing involving gasoline flow rates
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline flow measurements use the standard reference temperature of 15.5 °C for accuracy
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Apply correction factors if gasoline temperature or composition differs from standard conditions
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Use this tool for converting small flow rates typical in laboratory and fuel injection settings
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Double-check units before converting to prevent errors in engineering calculations
Limitations
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Conversion assumes gasoline density and properties standardized at 15.5 °C; deviations require manual corrections
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Cubic centimeter/minute is volumetric flow while pound/hour represents mass flow, so temperature and density affect accuracy
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Not suitable for flows involving fuels other than gasoline or temperatures different from 15.5 °C without adjustments
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline temperature referenced to 15.5 °C?
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Referencing gasoline flow to 15.5 °C standardizes density and temperature effects, ensuring consistent and accurate mass flow measurements.
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Can I convert cubic centimeter/minute to pound/hour for other liquids with this tool?
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This conversion is specifically calibrated for gasoline at 15.5 °C, so using it for other liquids without proper correction may lead to inaccurate results.
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What is the main difference between cubic centimeter/minute and pound/hour units?
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Cubic centimeter/minute measures volumetric flow rate, while pound/hour measures mass flow rate, with the latter incorporating substance density and temperature.
Key Terminology
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Cubic Centimeter/Minute
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A unit of volumetric flow representing one cubic centimeter (or milliliter) passing a point each minute.
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Pound/Hour (Gasoline at 15.5 °C)
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A mass flow rate unit equal to one pound of gasoline flowing per hour, with measurements referenced to a standard temperature of 15.5 °C.
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Volumetric Flow Rate
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Measurement of volume of fluid passing a point per unit time.
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Mass Flow Rate
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Measurement of mass of fluid passing a point per unit time, accounting for density and temperature.