What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms flow measurements from gallon (UK) per second, a volumetric flow rate, to kilogram per hour specific to gasoline at 15.5°C. It helps users convert volume-based flow to mass flow standardized by temperature and density for accurate fuel accounting and operational analysis.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in gallon (UK) per second.
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Select the input unit as gallon (UK)/second.
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Choose the output unit as kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Submit or calculate to view the converted mass flow value.
Key Features
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Converts flow from gallon (UK)/second to kilogram/hour based on gasoline density at 15.5°C.
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Supports measurements commonly used in fuel distribution, pipeline operations, and industrial metering.
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Uses standardized flow units for consistency in custody transfer and performance reporting.
Examples
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2 gallon (UK)/second converts to 24199.606298836 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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0.5 gallon (UK)/second converts to 6049.901574709 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Specifying pump or meter capacities in systems using imperial units like older British waterworks equipment.
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Custody transfer and billing at gasoline terminals and pipelines converting volumes to mass at 15.5 °C.
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Reporting fuel consumption or engine flow standardized to gasoline density at 15.5°C for performance tests.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline temperature is close to 15.5°C for accurate conversions.
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Use density-corrected mass flow values for fuel accounting and flow meter calibration.
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Cross-check flow rates where gasoline composition or temperature varies to maintain accuracy.
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline density at exactly 15.5°C; deviations can affect results.
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Not suitable for fluids other than gasoline or for temperatures different from 15.5°C without adjustment.
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Changes in gasoline composition or standards may alter the precision of the conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is temperature important in this conversion?
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The conversion uses gasoline density at 15.5°C to ensure consistent mass flow measurements since density varies with temperature.
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Can this tool convert flow rates for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5°C and is not accurate for other fluids or different temperatures.
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What does gallon (UK)/second measure?
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It measures the volumetric flow rate of one imperial (UK) gallon of fluid passing a point each second.
Key Terminology
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Gallon (UK)/second
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A volumetric flow rate indicating one imperial gallon passing a point every second, equal to 0.00454609 cubic meters per second.
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Kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate showing kilograms of gasoline passing per hour, using gasoline density measured at 15.5°C.
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Flow rate conversion
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The process of translating a flow measurement from one unit and basis (volume) to another (mass) standardized by conditions such as temperature and density.