What Is This Tool?
This tool converts volumetric flow rates measured in gallon (US) per minute into mass flow rates expressed in kilogram per hour for gasoline at 15.5°C. It applies gasoline density at a standard temperature to provide reliable mass-based measurements from volume.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in gallon (US)/minute.
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Select gallon (US)/minute as the input unit and kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the output unit.
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Submit the data to receive the equivalent mass flow in kilogram/hour considering gasoline's density at 15.5°C.
Key Features
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Converts gallon (US)/minute, a volumetric flow unit, to kilogram/hour based on gasoline density at 15.5°C.
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Supports applications in fuel consumption, custody transfer, and flow meter calibration.
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Calculations reflect standard temperature conditions for consistent mass flow measurements.
Examples
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2 gallon (US)/minute converts to approximately 335.84 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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0.5 gallon (US)/minute equals about 83.96 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Measuring and reporting fuel consumption standardized by temperature for engine tests.
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Custody transfer and billing where gasoline volume is converted into mass at 15.5°C.
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Calibrating flow meters and fuel dispensers with density-corrected mass flow data.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the temperature of gasoline is close to 15.5°C for accurate mass flow results.
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Use the tool for gasoline only, as conversions rely on its specific density at this temperature.
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Verify measurement devices to reduce error and maintain consistency.
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline being at exactly 15.5°C; deviations affect results.
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Not suitable for fuels other than gasoline or for temperature references different from 15.5°C.
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Measurement precision is influenced by accuracy of flow instruments and temperature controls.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline density at 15.5°C important for this conversion?
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Using the gasoline density at 15.5°C ensures the mass flow rate accurately corresponds to the volume flow rate measured at a standard temperature, allowing consistent and comparable results.
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Can this converter be used for fuels other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline with density measured at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fuels or temperatures.
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What does one gallon (US)/minute represent?
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One gallon (US)/minute represents the flow of U.S. liquid gallons passing a point every minute, equating to 3.785411784 liters per minute.
Key Terminology
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Gallon (US)/minute
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A unit indicating the volumetric flow rate equal to the number of U.S. liquid gallons passing a point each minute.
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Kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit expressing kilograms of gasoline per hour, standardized at a temperature of 15.5°C for consistent density.
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Custody Transfer
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The process of measuring and transferring fuel quantities typically used for billing and inventory management at terminals or pipelines.