What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow rates measured in cubic foot per hour, representing volume flow, into pounds per second, a mass flow rate specific for gasoline at 15.5°C. It helps convert volumetric flow to mass flow accounting for temperature effects on gasoline density.
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 the target unit pound/second for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Click the convert button to get the mass flow value
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Use the result for billing, inventory control, or equipment sizing
Key Features
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Converts flow from cubic foot/hour to pound/second for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Accounts for temperature-dependent density of gasoline
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Useful in fuel custody transfer and engine testing
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Supports petroleum and automotive engineering applications
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Browser-based and easy to use
Examples
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10 cubic foot/hour equals 0.128207792 pound/second for gasoline at 15.5°C
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50 cubic foot/hour equals 0.64103896 pound/second for gasoline at 15.5°C
Common Use Cases
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Translating volumetric flow into mass flow for gasoline at reference temperature
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Fuel custody transfer and terminal operations requiring mass flow for billing
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Engine testing to measure fuel consumption by mass
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Sizing fuel pumps and delivery systems in automotive and petroleum engineering
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline is at the specified 15.5°C reference temperature for accuracy
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Use this conversion only for gasoline as density varies with fluid type
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Double-check units before performing conversions
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Apply results in contexts involving fuel billing, testing, or equipment design
Limitations
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Conversion assumes gasoline temperature is exactly 15.5°C; deviation affects accuracy
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Not applicable for fluids other than gasoline without modification
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Variations in gasoline composition impact mass flow calculation
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 a reference temperature used to standardize gasoline density, ensuring accurate mass flow calculations despite temperature-dependent variations.
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Can this conversion be used for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, this specific conversion applies only to gasoline at 15.5°C due to its unique density characteristics and cannot be directly used for other fluids.
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What is the main difference between volumetric and mass flow in this context?
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Volumetric flow measures the volume of fluid per time, while mass flow measures the weight of fluid per time. This conversion changes volumetric flow in ft³/h to mass flow in pound/second for gasoline.
Key Terminology
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Cubic foot per hour (ft³/h)
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A volumetric flow unit measuring the volume of fluid passing a point per hour.
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Pound per second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate indicating pounds of gasoline flowing per second at a reference temperature of 15.5°C.
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Volumetric flow
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The quantity of fluid volume moving per unit of time.
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Mass flow
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The amount of fluid mass transported per unit of time.