What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow measurements from cubic foot/minute, a volumetric rate typically used for air or gas, into pound/hour for gasoline at a standardized temperature of 15.5°C. It helps translate volume measurements into mass flow rates necessary for precise fuel handling and engineering calculations.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value you want to convert in cubic foot/minute.
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Select the from-unit as cubic foot/minute [ft³/min].
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Select the to-unit as pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Click the convert button to see the mass flow equivalent.
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Use the result for fuel metering, engineering, or performance analysis.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow (ft³/min) to mass flow (lb/h) specifically for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Includes standardized temperature correction to ensure consistent mass flow readings.
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Suitable for applications in petroleum, fuel distribution, and engine fuel consumption analysis.
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Browser-based and easy to use for quick conversion without software installation.
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Supports accurate fuel metering and custody transfer calculations.
Examples
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Convert 2 cubic foot/minute to pound/hour: 2 × 2769.2883109127 = 5538.58 lb/h.
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Convert 0.5 cubic foot/minute to pound/hour: 0.5 × 2769.2883109127 = 1384.64 lb/h.
Common Use Cases
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Specifying ventilation rates and blower capacities using air volume flow.
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Calculating mass-based gasoline flow for custody transfer and pipeline metering.
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Determining fuel consumption rates in engines and industrial burners.
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Calibrating and verifying flow meters that require temperature-referenced mass flow data.
Tips & Best Practices
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Always confirm the temperature reference (15.5°C) matches your measurement conditions.
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Use mass flow outputs for accurate fuel inventory and custody transfer documentation.
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Double-check unit selections before conversion to avoid errors.
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Consider potential variations in gasoline composition when interpreting results.
Limitations
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Conversion is based on gasoline density at exactly 15.5°C; deviations can affect results.
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Does not account for temperature or composition changes without additional corrections.
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Not suitable for fluids other than gasoline or flow conditions outside the stated reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C used in this conversion?
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The temperature 15.5°C is a standard reference for gasoline density to ensure consistent mass flow measurements and correct performance or custody calculations.
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Can this conversion be used for other fluids besides gasoline?
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No, this conversion applies specifically to gasoline at 15.5°C; other fluids require different density corrections and conversion factors.
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What should I do if my measurement temperature differs from 15.5°C?
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You may need additional correction factors or calibrations to adjust for temperature and composition variations for accurate mass flow results.
Key Terminology
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Cubic foot/minute [ft³/min]
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A volumetric flow unit representing one cubic foot of gas or fluid passing per minute, commonly used in ventilation and ductwork sizing.
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Pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow unit representing one pound of gasoline passing per hour, referenced to 15.5°C for density correction in fuel metering.
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Mass flow rate
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The amount of mass passing a point or through a cross-section per unit time, essential for calculating fuel consumption and emissions.