What Is This Tool?
This tool converts volumetric flow rates measured in gallon (US)/hour into mass flow rates in kilogram/second for gasoline referenced at 15.5°C, enabling precise fuel flow management by accounting for temperature-dependent density.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in gallons (US) per hour
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Select the source unit as gallon (US)/hour
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Choose the target unit as kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Click convert to see the mass flow rate equivalent
Key Features
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Converts US gallon per hour volumetric flow to gasoline mass flow at 15.5°C
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Supports fuel flow rate measurements used in aircraft, marine, and generator applications
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Calculations consider gasoline density at a standard reference temperature
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Browser-based and easy to use without any software installation
Examples
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10 gal (US)/h converts to 0.007774069 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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100 gal (US)/h converts to 0.07774069 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Calculating fuel burn rates in small aircraft, marine engines, and portable generators
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Specifying flow in pumps and dosing systems for chemical or condensate handling
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Fuel metering and custody transfer requiring mass flow at standard temperature
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Calibration of flow meters and process controls in refineries and pipelines
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline density is referenced at exactly 15.5°C for accurate conversions
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Use this conversion for fuels matching standard gasoline properties only
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Verify environmental conditions and fuel composition for precision in specialized applications
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on the gasoline density at 15.5°C; deviations may occur with temperature changes
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May not directly apply to other fuels or different environmental conditions without adjustments
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is 15.5°C used as the reference temperature for gasoline?
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15.5°C is a common standard reference to account for temperature-dependent density changes in liquid fuels.
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Can this conversion be used for fuels other than gasoline?
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This conversion assumes standard gasoline properties and may not be accurate for other fuels without proper adjustments.
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What industries commonly use this unit conversion?
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It is frequently used in aerospace, automotive, marine, fuel metering, refinery control, and portable generator fuel measurement.
Key Terminology
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Gallon (US)/hour [gal (US)/h]
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A volumetric flow rate unit indicating the number of US liquid gallons passing a point each 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 a point each second, using gasoline density referenced at 15.5°C.
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Flow Rate Conversion
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The process of converting flow measurements from volumetric to mass units considering density and temperature.