What Is This Tool?
This tool converts flow measurements from gallon (UK)/hour, a volumetric rate, to kilogram/second specifically for gasoline at 15.5°C, reflecting mass flow at a standard reference temperature.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in gallon (UK)/hour
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Select kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the output unit
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Click convert to obtain the mass flow equivalent
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Review the converted value with reference to the provided examples
Key Features
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Converts imperial volumetric flow to metric mass flow related to gasoline
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References gasoline density at 15.5°C for accurate mass flow representation
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Supports industry specific measurements such as fuel metering and combustion control
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Browser-based and easy to use for quick conversion needs
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Provides conversion formulas and practical examples
Examples
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10 gal (UK)/h equals 0.009336268 kg/s (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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50 gal (UK)/h equals 0.04668134 kg/s (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Specifying low-volume pump and chemical dosing rates in UK water-treatment systems
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Reporting fuel consumption rates for equipment utilizing imperial units
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Measuring flow for drip irrigation and leak detection with imperial gallons per hour
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Fuel mass flow calculation for engine and turbine combustion control
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Custody transfer and metering at fuel terminals requiring mass flow data
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Calibration and testing of flow meters in refineries and pipelines
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline density corresponds to 15.5°C to maintain conversion relevance
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Use precise volumetric flow inputs in gallon (UK)/hour for reliable results
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Regularly calibrate measurement devices to minimize propagation errors
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Be aware of temperature or composition changes in gasoline affecting density
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Reference conversion examples to validate output values
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy relies on gasoline density at 15.5°C; changes in temperature or composition may affect results
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Original volumetric flow must be accurately known in gallon (UK)/hour to avoid errors
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Does not account for density variations outside the specified reference temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the gasoline temperature reference important?
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The gasoline density is temperature dependent. Using the reference at 15.5°C standardizes the mass flow conversion to ensure consistency and accuracy.
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Can I use this conversion for other fuels?
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This conversion specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C. Using it for other fuels or temperatures may lead to inaccuracies due to density differences.
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What industries benefit from this conversion?
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Fuel supply management, automotive combustion control, refinery process monitoring, and chemical processing industries commonly use this conversion.
Key Terminology
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Gallon (UK)/hour [gal (UK)/h]
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A volumetric flow rate equal to one United Kingdom (imperial) gallon of fluid passing per hour.
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Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit representing kilograms of gasoline passing each second, with density referenced at 15.5°C.
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Density at 15.5°C
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The density of gasoline measured at a standard temperature of 15.5 degrees Celsius used to standardize mass flow calculations.