What Is This Tool?
This tool converts flow rates from cubic meter per hour, a volumetric measurement unit, to kilogram per second for gasoline at 15.5°C, which accounts for the mass flow rate of fuel at a standard temperature reference.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in cubic meters per hour.
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Select the target unit kilogram per second for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Execute the conversion to receive the corresponding mass flow rate.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow (m^3/h) to mass flow (kg/s) for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Based on a standardized density reference for gasoline to ensure consistency.
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Supports practical applications in fuel delivery, combustion control, and process engineering.
Examples
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5 cubic meter/hour equals approximately 1.027 kilogram/second for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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10 cubic meter/hour equals approximately 2.054 kilogram/second for gasoline at 15.5°C.
Common Use Cases
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Determining fuel mass flow for engines and turbines during combustion control.
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Mass-based metering and billing at fuel supply terminals.
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Calibrating flow meters and control systems in refineries and pipelines.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline density corresponds to the 15.5°C reference for accurate conversions.
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Maintain stable volumetric flow measurements to improve reliability.
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Consider environmental conditions, as deviations from reference temperature can impact results.
Limitations
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Variations in gasoline temperature or composition can change its density, affecting accuracy.
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Stable and precise volumetric flow measurements are essential for valid conversions.
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Conversion assumes standard conditions and does not adjust for pressure or temperature deviations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the gasoline temperature reference set at 15.5°C?
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15.5°C is a common standard reference temperature for liquid fuels to normalize density variations due to temperature.
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Can this converter be used for fuels other than gasoline?
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This converter specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fuels without appropriate density adjustments.
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What units are involved in this conversion?
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The conversion is between volumetric flow unit cubic meter per hour (m^3/h) and mass flow unit kilogram per second (kg/s) for gasoline at 15.5°C.
Key Terminology
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Cubic meter per hour [m^3/h]
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A unit of volumetric flow expressing the volume of fluid passing a point in one hour.
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Kilogram per second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit indicating kilograms of gasoline passing a point each second, standardized at 15.5°C for density reference.
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Flow Rate Conversion
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The process of translating flow from volumetric units to mass units using reference density values.