What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow measurements from cubic inch/second, a unit expressing volume passing a point per time in imperial units, into pound/second for gasoline at 15.5°C, which represents mass flow accounting for temperature-dependent density.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volumetric flow value in cubic inch/second
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Select cubic inch/second as the input unit and pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the output unit
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Click convert to get the equivalent mass flow rate in pound/second
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Review the results for use in fuel management, billing, or engineering applications
Key Features
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Converts small volumetric flow rates in cubic inch/second to mass flow rates in pound/second for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Accounts for gasoline density at the standard reference temperature of 15.5°C
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Supports use cases in fuel delivery, custody transfer, engine testing, and pipeline operations
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Provides easy online access for accurate and temperature-normalized conversions
Examples
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5 cubic inch/second equals approximately 0.13355 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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10 cubic inch/second equals approximately 0.26710 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Measuring and specifying small liquid flow rates in hydraulic and miniature pump systems
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Performing custody transfer and inventory control in petroleum terminals and pipelines
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Conducting engine tests and fuel consumption analysis expressing fuel delivery in mass flow
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Sizing fuel pumps and designing fuel delivery systems for petroleum engineering
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline is conditioned at 15.5°C to maintain conversion accuracy
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Use this conversion primarily for gasoline due to specific density considerations
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Apply the conversion for low flow rates or controlled laboratory and industrial settings
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Verify unit selections carefully to avoid errors in flow rate interpretation
Limitations
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Conversion is valid only for gasoline at exactly 15.5°C; temperature variations affect density and accuracy
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Not applicable for other fuels or fluids without adjusting for their distinct properties
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Best suited for small volumetric flows typical of laboratory or precision industrial operations
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does cubic inch/second measure?
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It measures the volume of fluid passing a point each second in cubic inches, representing volumetric flow rate.
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Why is gasoline at 15.5°C used for the mass flow unit?
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Because gasoline density varies with temperature, the 15.5°C reference ensures consistent and accurate mass flow measurements.
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Can this conversion be used for fuels other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fuels without changes.
Key Terminology
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Cubic inch/second [in^3/s]
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A unit of volumetric flow rate indicating one cubic inch passing a point every second.
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Pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate of gasoline adjusted to a reference temperature of 15.5 °C to reflect density changes.
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Volumetric flow rate
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The volume of fluid passing through a cross-section per unit time.
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Mass flow rate
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The mass of fluid passing through a point per unit time.
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Custody transfer
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The process of transferring fuel ownership requiring accurate flow measurement for billing and inventory.