What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms flow measurements from gallon (UK) per second, a volumetric flow unit, into pound per hour, a mass flow unit specifically referenced for gasoline at 15.5°C. It's used for translating imperial volumetric rates into temperature-corrected mass flow values crucial in fuel handling.
How to Use This Tool?
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Input the value in gallon (UK) per second that you want to convert.
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Select the target unit pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) for conversion results.
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Click the convert button to receive the equivalent mass flow rate based on the standard temperature reference.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow from gallon (UK)/second to mass flow in pound/hour for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Ideal for custody-transfer and engineering calculations involving temperature-corrected gasoline flow.
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Provides precise mass flow values based on standard temperature conditions.
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Supports applications in petroleum refining, pipeline transport, and fuel consumption monitoring.
Examples
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2 gallon (UK)/second equals 53350.99947307 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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0.5 gallon (UK)/second converts to 13337.74986827 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Translating pump or meter capacities from imperial volumetric flow units to mass flow for gasoline.
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Performing custody-transfer measurements and fuel inventory accounting with temperature-corrected mass flow rates.
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Calibrating and verifying flow meters and fuel delivery systems in petroleum and industrial settings.
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Analyzing fuel consumption and emissions in engines and burners based on mass flow data.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is maintained near 15.5°C for accurate mass flow conversion.
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Use this conversion only for gasoline, considering its specific density characteristics at the reference temperature.
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Verify instrumentation calibration regularly to maintain reliable flow measurements.
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Understand that deviations in temperature or fuel composition affect conversion accuracy.
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on gasoline being at a standard temperature of 15.5°C; variations affect density and flow values.
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Conversion is specific to gasoline and not applicable to other fluids without proper corrections.
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Requires precise measurement instruments and temperature control to ensure valid results.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is temperature referenced in this conversion?
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The gasoline mass flow is referenced to 15.5°C to account for density changes caused by temperature, ensuring accurate custody and engineering measurements.
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Can I use this converter for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fluids without appropriate density corrections.
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What does 1 gallon (UK)/second represent?
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It represents the volumetric flow rate where one imperial gallon, equal to 4.54609 litres, passes a point each second.
Key Terminology
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gallon (UK)/second
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A volumetric flow unit representing one imperial gallon passing a point each second; one imperial gallon equals 4.54609 litres.
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pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow unit indicating one pound of gasoline passing a point each hour, referenced to a standard temperature of 15.5°C for density correction.
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Custody Transfer
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The process of measuring and accounting for fluid quantities during ownership transfer, requiring accurate volume or mass flow measurement.