What Is This Tool?
This unit converter helps you translate volumetric flow rates measured in cubic meters per minute into mass flow rates expressed in pounds per day for gasoline at a reference temperature of 15.5°C. It is especially useful in petroleum industry applications requiring standardized measurements.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume flow rate in cubic meter per minute into the input field.
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Select or confirm the output unit as pound per day for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Initiate the conversion to get the equivalent mass flow rate.
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Use the converted value for refining calculations, custody transfer, or inventory management.
Key Features
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Convert volumetric flow of fluids into standardized mass flow units.
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Specialized conversion for gasoline at a fixed temperature of 15.5°C.
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Supports applications in petroleum refining, pipeline transportation, and fuel distribution.
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Browser-based and easy to use with clear input and output definitions.
Examples
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2 cubic meter/minute equals 4,694,231.7 pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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0.5 cubic meter/minute equals 1,173,557.9 pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and inventory accounting at gasoline terminals and pipelines.
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Calculating refinery throughput and performing mass balance in gasoline processing.
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Reporting fuel consumption or emissions based on standardized gasoline mass flow.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure flow measurement instruments are properly calibrated to maintain accuracy.
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Use the conversion only for gasoline at the specified reference temperature of 15.5°C.
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Confirm temperature conditions to avoid errors when applying this conversion in different contexts.
Limitations
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Assumes gasoline density standardized at 15.5°C; may not reflect actual conditions if temperatures differ.
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Accuracy depends on precise temperature control and flow measurement calibration.
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Not applicable for fluids other than gasoline or for temperatures substantially different from 15.5°C.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature of 15.5°C used for this conversion?
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The temperature 15.5°C is a standard reference in the petroleum industry to standardize gasoline quantities for accurate measurement and comparison.
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Can this conversion be used for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C due to its density characteristics; other fluids require different conversions.
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What is the conversion factor from cubic meter/minute to pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)?
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1 cubic meter/minute equals approximately 2,347,115.85 pound/day for gasoline at 15.5°C.
Key Terminology
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Cubic meter per minute (m³/min)
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A unit describing the volume of fluid passing a point per minute; commonly used for measuring various fluid flow rates.
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Pound per day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow unit representing the amount of gasoline in pounds delivered or consumed per day, standardized to 15.5°C.
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Flow rate
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The quantity of fluid that passes through a point or conduit per unit time.