What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow rate measurements from cubic inch per hour, a volumetric unit for very low flow, into kilogram per second representing mass flow of gasoline at a reference temperature of 15.5°C, important for accurate fuel measurement and control.
How to Use This Tool?
-
Enter the flow rate value in cubic inch/hour (in³/h) into the input field.
-
Select or verify the units for correct input and output: from cubic inch/hour to kilogram/second (gasoline at 15.5°C).
-
Click the convert button to calculate the equivalent mass flow rate.
-
Review the converted value for applications like fuel flow control or metering.
-
Use example values as a guide for typical conversions.
Key Features
-
Converts low volume flow rates from cubic inch/hour to mass flow in kilogram/second for gasoline at 15.5°C.
-
Utilizes a standardized reference temperature for gasoline density to ensure consistent mass flow calculations.
-
Supports applications such as engine fuel measurement, custody transfer, refinery metering, and calibration.
-
Browser-based and easy to use with straightforward input and output fields.
-
Provides example conversions to aid understanding.
Examples
-
10 cubic inch/hour equals approximately 0.00003365 kilogram/second for gasoline at 15.5°C.
-
100 cubic inch/hour converts to about 0.00033654 kilogram/second (gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
-
Determining fuel mass flow rate for combustion engine or turbine performance control.
-
Custody transfer and billing at fuel terminals using mass flow at a standard temperature.
-
Calibrating flow meters and process control instruments in refinery or pipeline operations.
-
Measuring very low volume fuel flow rates in laboratory or microfluidic settings.
-
Specifying leak rates for sealed systems such as vacuum chambers or refrigerant leaks.
Tips & Best Practices
-
Always verify that gasoline density corresponds to the 15.5°C standard reference for accurate results.
-
Use the conversion for flows within the low flow range typical of cubic inch/hour measurements.
-
Calibrate measurement devices regularly to minimize errors caused by environmental influences.
-
Consider temperature variations and fuel composition changes when interpreting converted values.
-
Refer to example conversions to understand typical magnitude and units.
Limitations
-
Conversion assumes gasoline density fixed at 15.5°C; actual temperature changes can affect accuracy.
-
The volumetric unit (cubic inch/hour) is best suited for very low flow rates and may be limited by device resolution.
-
Different fuel types or temperature references require adjusted conversion factors for precise calculations.
Frequently Asked Questions
-
Why is gasoline density referenced to 15.5°C?
-
Using 15.5°C as a reference standardizes the mass flow calculations by accounting for temperature-dependent density changes common in fuel measurement.
-
Can this tool convert high flow rates using cubic inch/hour?
-
The cubic inch/hour unit is intended for very low volume flows; higher flow rates may be better expressed in other units for precision.
-
Does this conversion apply to other types of fuels?
-
No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline with density measured at 15.5°C. Different fuels require different references and conversion factors.
Key Terminology
-
Cubic inch/hour (in³/h)
-
A volumetric flow rate unit indicating the volume of one cubic inch passing a point every hour, used for very low flow rates.
-
Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
-
A mass flow rate unit representing the kilograms of gasoline passing per second, referencing gasoline density at 15.5°C.
-
Flow Meter Calibration
-
The process of adjusting a flow measurement device to ensure accurate readings, often involving converting between volumetric and mass flow units.