What Is This Tool?
This online tool converts flow measurements from cubic foot per minute, a volumetric unit, to kilogram per day, a mass flow unit specifically for gasoline at 15.5°C. It helps translate volume rates into standardized mass flow rates by accounting for gasoline density at a reference temperature.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in cubic foot per minute.
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Select the target unit kilogram per day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent mass flow rate.
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Use the output for fuel logistics, refining, or reporting purposes.
Key Features
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Converts cubic foot/minute to kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Standardizes flow rates based on gasoline density at 15.5°C.
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Supports engineering and petroleum industry applications.
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Provides quick, browser-based calculation without specialized software.
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Useful for custody transfer and inventory reconciliation.
Examples
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2 cubic foot/minute converts to 60294.14633 kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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0.5 cubic foot/minute converts to 15073.53658 kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Calculating fuel flow for custody transfer and invoicing in gasoline delivery.
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Inventory and throughput reporting at fuel terminals and refineries.
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Sizing HVAC equipment considering gasoline vapor flow requirements.
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Monitoring and analyzing fuel consumption or emissions in refining.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure temperature is standardized to 15.5°C for accurate conversion.
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Use the tool for gasoline or similar petroleum products only.
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Double-check flow units before converting to prevent errors.
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Apply conversion results carefully when scaling by time units.
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on gasoline density standardized at 15.5°C; variations can affect results.
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Not suitable for liquids with different densities or thermal properties without adjustment.
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Large difference between minute and day units requires careful handling to avoid cumulative errors.
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, ensuring consistent mass–volume conversions across measurements.
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Can I use this converter for fluids other than gasoline?
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This converter is designed for gasoline at 15.5°C and may not provide accurate results for fluids with different densities or temperature properties.
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What does cubic foot per minute measure?
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It measures volumetric flow rate as the volume of fluid passing a point per minute, often used in engineering and HVAC systems.
Key Terminology
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Cubic foot/minute [ft³/min]
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A volumetric flow unit representing the volume of fluid passing a cross-section each minute.
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Kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow unit for gasoline normalized to a temperature of 15.5°C to ensure consistent mass measurement.
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Custody transfer
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The process of transferring product ownership requiring precise measurement, often for fuel deliveries.