What Is This Tool?
This tool converts volumetric flow rates expressed in gallon (UK) per second into mass flow rates in pound per second specifically for gasoline at 15.5°C. It helps translate imperial volumetric measurements into mass flow units adjusted for temperature-dependent gasoline density.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in gallon (UK) per second
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Select the input unit as gallon (UK)/second
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Choose pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the target unit
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Initiate the conversion to get mass flow rate results
Key Features
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Converts flow rates from gallon (UK)/second to pound/second for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Accounts for gasoline density at a standard reference temperature
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Provides straightforward, user-friendly flow unit conversion
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Supports flow measurement needs in petroleum and automotive sectors
Examples
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Convert 2 gallon (UK)/second resulting in 14.819722082 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Convert 0.5 gallon (UK)/second resulting in 3.7049305205 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Determining pump or meter capacities in systems using imperial units
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Measuring transient flows in water supply or firefighting using imperial gallons
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Custody transfer and pipeline measurement with volumetric to mass flow conversion
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Engine testing to report fuel consumption in mass per second
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Fuel pump sizing and performance specs in fuel delivery systems
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline is conditioned to 15.5°C for accurate density-based conversions
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Use this tool specifically for fluids similar to gasoline under specified conditions
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Double-check unit selections before converting for consistency
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Apply conversions primarily in petroleum refining and automotive engineering contexts
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline temperature being 15.5°C
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Not suitable for liquids other than gasoline at the specified temperature
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Deviation in gasoline composition or temperature can affect density and results
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline temperature important in this conversion?
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Gasoline density varies with temperature, so using a reference temperature of 15.5°C ensures consistent mass flow calculations.
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Can I use this conversion for other liquids?
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No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fluids.
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What is the conversion rate from gallon (UK)/second to pound/second?
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One gallon (UK) per second equals 7.409861041 pound per second for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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, where one imperial gallon equals 4.54609 litres.
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Pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate measuring pounds of gasoline passing a point per second, adjusted for gasoline density at 15.5°C.
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Volumetric flow rate
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The volume of fluid passing a point per unit time.
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Mass flow rate
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The mass of fluid passing a point per unit time.