What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms volumetric flow rates measured in cubic meters per second into mass flow rates expressed as kilograms per day for gasoline at a standard temperature of 15.5°C. It helps standardize measurements for fuel custody transfer, inventory, and process calculations.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in cubic meters per second
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Select cubic meter/second as the input unit
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Choose kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the output unit
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Click convert to see the corresponding mass flow rate in kilogram/day
Key Features
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Converts cubic meter per second to kilogram per day for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Uses a standard reference temperature for consistent mass–volume calculations
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Supports applications in petroleum custody transfer, invoicing, and refinery processes
Examples
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0.5 cubic meter/second is equal to 31939015.242102 kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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2 cubic meter/second converts to 127756060.968408 kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Measuring river or stream discharge for hydrology and flood forecasting
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Specifying flow rates in pipes, pumps, and hydraulic design involving gasoline
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Calculating gasoline mass flow for custody transfer and invoicing in fuel logistics
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Inventory reconciliation and throughput reporting at fuel depots and refineries
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Estimating fuel consumption and emissions where temperature-corrected flow data is needed
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is close to the standard of 15.5°C for accurate conversions
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Use this converter specifically for gasoline and avoid applying it to other fluids without adjustment
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Confirm measurement units are correct before performing conversions to guarantee consistent results
Limitations
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Conversion assumes gasoline density at 15.5°C; changes in temperature or gasoline composition may impact accuracy
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Not applicable to fluids other than gasoline without density corrections
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Does not account for temperature variations outside the referenced standard of 15.5°C
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C used in this conversion?
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15.5°C is a standard reference temperature in petroleum measurement to provide consistent mass–volume conversion for gasoline.
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Can this converter be used for fluids 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 fluids without adjusting for density differences.
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What does cubic meter per second measure?
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It measures volumetric flow rate, indicating the volume of fluid passing a cross-section every second.
Key Terminology
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Cubic meter per second [m^3/s]
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The SI derived unit measuring volume flow rate, representing one cubic metre of fluid passing a cross-section every second.
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Kilogram per day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit indicating the mass of gasoline passing a point each day, standardized to a gasoline density at 15.5°C.
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Mass flow rate
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The quantity of mass passing through a surface per unit time, often used in industrial fluid measurements.