What Is This Tool?
This converter changes flow measurements from cubic foot per hour, a volumetric rate, to pound per day, a mass flow rate specific to gasoline standardized at 15.5°C. It helps translate volume-based gasoline flow into standard mass data for industrial and regulatory use.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in cubic foot per hour (ft³/h).
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Select gasoline mass flow at 15.5°C as the target unit.
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Click convert to see the equivalent mass flow in pounds per day.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow in ft³/h to gasoline mass flow in pounds per day at 15.5°C.
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Supports petroleum industry standards for custody transfer and refinery operations.
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Browser-based and straightforward for quick calculations.
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Includes temperature-corrected gasoline density reference for accurate conversion.
Examples
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2 cubic foot/hour equals approximately 2215.43 pounds/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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0.5 cubic foot/hour converts to about 553.86 pounds/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Standardizing gasoline flow data during custody transfer and inventory at terminals and pipelines.
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Calculating refinery throughput and conducting mass-balance assessments for gasoline processing.
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Reporting fuel consumption or emissions with mass flow standardized at 15.5°C.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure accurate measurement of the volumetric flow for precise results.
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Use this conversion only for gasoline flows standardized at 15.5°C to maintain accuracy.
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Apply the tool for cases requiring mass flow rates tied to temperature-corrected density.
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline being at 15.5°C; temperature variations affect results.
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Incorrect volumetric flow measurements can result in inaccurate mass flow outputs.
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Not suitable for fluids other than gasoline without density and temperature adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C important in this conversion?
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15.5°C is the reference temperature used to standardize gasoline density to ensure consistent mass flow calculations.
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Can this converter be used for other liquids besides gasoline?
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No, this tool is designed specifically for gasoline at 15.5°C and does not account for different fluids or temperatures.
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How is volumetric flow rate defined in this context?
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It represents the volume of fluid passing a point or cross-section per hour, measured in cubic foot per hour.
Key Terminology
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Cubic foot per hour (ft³/h)
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A volumetric flow rate unit indicating the volume of one cubic foot of fluid passing a point each hour.
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Pound per day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate measuring gasoline mass transferred or processed per day, standardized at 15.5°C.
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Flow rate
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The quantity of fluid moving past a fixed point within a given time interval.