What Is This Tool?
This tool converts volumetric flow rates measured in cubic yards per minute into mass flow rates in pounds per hour, specifically for gasoline standardized at 15.5°C. It is designed to assist in translating volume flows into temperature-corrected mass flows for accurate engineering and custody-transfer applications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in cubic yards per minute that you want to convert.
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Select cubic yard/minute as the source unit and pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the target unit.
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Initiate the conversion to obtain the equivalent mass flow rate for gasoline at the standard temperature.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rates (cubic yard/minute) into mass flow rates (pound/hour) with standard temperature correction for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Suitable for engineering, custody transfer, and fuel measurement applications requiring accurate mass flow assessments.
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Browser-based and simple to use with clear unit definitions and conversion calculations.
Examples
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2 cubic yard/minute converts to 149541.57 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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0.5 cubic yard/minute converts to 37385.39 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Custody-transfer and metering of gasoline in pipelines, terminals, or tanker trucks with temperature-standardized mass flow.
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Monitoring fuel consumption and supply rates for engines, generators, and industrial burners via mass-based measurements.
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Calibrating and verifying flow meters and fuel delivery equipment requiring accurate temperature-referenced mass flow data.
Tips & Best Practices
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Always ensure gasoline temperature is standardized at 15.5°C for valid mass flow results.
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Use this conversion for gasoline flows only to avoid inaccuracies due to composition or temperature changes.
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Consider temperature and density variations when precise volumetric-to-mass conversions are needed for custody-transfer applications.
Limitations
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The conversion assumes gasoline density at 15.5°C is standardized and may be inaccurate if gasoline composition varies.
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Temperature deviations from 15.5°C can affect mass flow accuracy and should be considered.
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This conversion is specific to gasoline and may produce errors if used for other substances or temperature standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C important in this conversion?
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The temperature 15.5°C is a standard reference used for gasoline to ensure density and mass flow calculations are consistent and temperature-corrected.
Key Terminology
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Cubic yard/minute
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A unit of volumetric flow measuring one cubic yard passing a point every minute, used to quantify movement of liquids or bulk materials.
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Pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit representing one pound of gasoline passing a point each hour, referenced to a standard temperature of 15.5°C for accurate density correction.