What Is This Tool?
This converter translates flow measurements from cubic foot per hour, a volumetric flow rate, to pound per hour for gasoline standardized at 15.5°C. It enables accurate mass flow calculations essential for fuel processing, custody transfer, and engineering applications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in cubic foot per hour (ft^3/h) in the input field.
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Select the source unit as cubic foot/hour and the target unit as pound/hour for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Click convert to obtain the mass flow rate in pounds per hour.
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Use the conversion results for fuel handling, metering, or engineering calculations.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow (cubic foot/hour) to mass flow (pound/hour) for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Supports custody transfer and fuel consumption calculations with temperature correction.
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Utilizes a standardized conversion rate specific to gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Facilitates accurate reporting and calibration in pipelines and terminal operations.
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Browser-based and easy to use without need for manual calculations.
Examples
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Converting 2 cubic foot/hour results in approximately 92.31 pound/hour for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Converting 0.5 cubic foot/hour results in approximately 23.08 pound/hour for gasoline at 15.5°C.
Common Use Cases
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Specifying ventilation or exhaust rates in industrial systems using cubic foot/hour measurements.
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Measuring and transferring natural gas, compressed air, or fuel flows in pipelines and metering devices.
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Sizing pumps, blowers, and filters in low to moderate flow applications.
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Custody transfer and metering of gasoline in pipelines, terminals, or tanker trucks with temperature correction.
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Fuel consumption and supply rate calculations for engines, generators, and burners using mass flow data.
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Calibration and verification of flow meters requiring temperature-referenced mass flow measurements.
Tips & Best Practices
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Always ensure the gasoline flow is referenced at 15.5°C to maintain conversion accuracy.
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Use calibrated instruments for measuring volumetric flow to reduce errors in conversion.
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Verify that the unit selection matches the standardized temperature and fluid conditions.
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Apply this conversion only to gasoline; different fluids or temperatures require appropriate adjustments.
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Consult with technical standards for handling temperature and density variations in fuel measurements.
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline being at the specified standard temperature of 15.5°C.
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Results may not be valid if gasoline composition or measurement conditions differ significantly.
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This formula is only applicable for gasoline and not suitable for other fluids or temperatures without modification.
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Variability in flow meter and temperature sensor performance can affect measurement precision.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C specified in the conversion?
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The 15.5°C standardizes the density and temperature conditions of gasoline, ensuring accurate mass flow calculations for custody transfer and engineering purposes.
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Can this conversion be used for other liquids besides gasoline?
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No, the conversion formula and rate are specific to gasoline at 15.5°C and do not apply to other fluids or temperatures without adjustments.
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What affects the accuracy of this unit conversion?
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Accuracy can be impacted by deviations in temperature, gasoline composition, and uncertainties in flow meter and temperature sensor measurements.
Key Terminology
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Cubic foot/hour [ft^3/h]
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing the volume of one cubic foot passing a point or through a section in one hour.
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Pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit denoting one pound of gasoline passing a point each hour, referenced to a temperature of 15.5°C for density correction.
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Custody transfer
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The process of transferring ownership and measurement of fuel, often requiring precise and standardized mass flow calculations.