What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms volumetric flow rates expressed in cubic yards per hour into mass flow rates in kilograms per second, referencing gasoline density at 15.5 °C. It's useful for applications requiring conversion between volume and mass of fuel flow with temperature-dependent density considerations.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in cubic yards per hour (yd³/h).
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Select the source unit: cubic yard/hour [yd³/h].
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Choose the target unit: kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent mass flow rate.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rates from yd³/h to mass flow rates in kg/s for gasoline.
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Accounts for gasoline density at a standard reference temperature of 15.5 °C.
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Supports applications in fuel combustion control, metering, and process calibration.
Examples
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Convert 5 yd³/h to kg/s: 5 × 0.157016006 = 0.78508 kg/s (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Convert 10 yd³/h to kg/s: 10 × 0.157016006 = 1.57016 kg/s (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Determining pump or dredge discharge rates involving volumetric flow in construction and sediment removal.
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Calculating fuel mass flow for engine or turbine combustion performance using gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Calibrating flow meters and process control systems in fuel terminals and refineries.
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Translating volumetric rates into mass flow for custody transfer and billing in fuel distribution.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline temperature is close to 15.5°C for accurate mass flow representation.
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Use the conversion for stable density conditions and recalibrate if temperature or fuel quality changes.
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Double-check unit selections when converting between volumetric and mass flow units.
Limitations
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Applicable only for gasoline at the reference temperature of 15.5°C; deviations affect accuracy.
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Does not account for changes in fuel composition or temperature fluctuations.
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Volumetric flow values may not directly translate to mass flow without density corrections.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature of 15.5°C important in this conversion?
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The reference temperature of 15.5°C is used because gasoline density varies with temperature, and this standard ensures consistency in mass flow calculations.
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Can I use this conversion for fuels other than gasoline?
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No, this specific conversion is designed for gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fuels with different properties.
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What should I do if the gasoline temperature differs from 15.5°C?
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You should apply correction factors or recalibrate to account for density changes caused by temperature variations.
Key Terminology
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Cubic yard/hour (yd³/h)
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A volumetric flow rate representing the volume of one cubic yard passing a point every hour, used in various engineering and material handling fields.
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Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Mass flow rate unit indicating how many kilograms of gasoline flow past a point each second, with density referenced to 15.5 °C.