What Is This Tool?
This tool allows you to convert volumetric flow rates expressed in cubic yards per second into mass flow rates measured in kilograms per day for gasoline at a reference temperature of 15.5°C. It is designed to support conversions relevant to petroleum measurement and custody transfer.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in cubic yard/second [yd^3/s]
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Select gasoline at 15.5°C as the target unit for mass flow rate
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Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent kilogram/day value
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Use the result for inventory or custody transfer calculations as needed
Key Features
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Converts cubic yard/second flow to kilogram/day for gasoline standardized at 15.5°C
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Provides temperature-corrected mass flow rate for petroleum applications
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Supports custody transfer, inventory management, and process calculations
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Easy to use and accessible through a browser-based interface
Examples
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0.5 cubic yard/second equals 24,419,129.26 kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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2 cubic yards/second equals 97,676,517.06 kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Expressing volumetric flow in U.S. customary units for petroleum custody transfer
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Inventory reconciliation at fuel depots and refineries involving gasoline
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Calculating fuel consumption or emissions based on temperature-corrected mass flow
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Pipeline and tanker delivery accounting where mass measurement is required
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is standardized to 15.5°C for accurate conversion
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Use this tool for flows involving gasoline only, as density variations affect results
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Double-check unit selections to avoid mixing volume and mass flow measurements
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Apply conversion results in contexts where mass-based reporting is necessary
Limitations
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Conversion assumes gasoline density at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other temperatures
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Not valid for fluids other than gasoline or flows referenced to different temperatures
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Variation in gasoline composition can affect the precision of the conversion
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the reference temperature of 15.5°C important for this conversion?
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The 15.5°C reference standardizes gasoline density, ensuring consistent mass-volume conversion important for petroleum measurement and custody transfer.
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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 with density standardized at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fluids.
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What is the significance of converting cubic yard/second to kilogram/day in industry?
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This conversion translates volumetric flow into temperature-corrected mass flow rates essential for accurate custody transfer, inventory management, and process calculations in petroleum operations.
Key Terminology
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Cubic Yard/Second [yd^3/s]
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A unit of volumetric flow rate that measures how many cubic yards of fluid pass a point every second, commonly used in US customary units.
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Kilogram/Day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate indicating the kilograms of gasoline passing a point per day, referenced to a standard temperature to ensure consistent mass-volume conversion.
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Custody Transfer
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The process of transferring ownership of fuel quantities, requiring precise measurement often adjusted for temperature and density.