What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms volumetric flow rates expressed in gallon (US)/minute into mass flow rates in pound/day for gasoline measured at 15.5°C. It is designed to aid accurate gasoline flow measurement with temperature-compensated density.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in gallon (US)/minute into the input field.
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Select 'gallon (US)/minute' as the input unit and 'pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)' as the output unit.
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Click the convert button to receive the flow rate in pound/day standardized at 15.5°C.
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Use the results for inventory accounting, fuel monitoring, or regulatory reporting.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rate in gallon (US)/minute to gasoline mass flow in pound/day at 15.5°C
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Supports standardized temperature reference for consistent petroleum industry accounting
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Browser-based online tool requiring no installation
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Facilitates fuel consumption and emissions reporting with correct units
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Suitable for refinery throughput and custody transfer calculations
Examples
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2 gallon (US)/minute converts to 17769.6 pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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0.5 gallon (US)/minute converts to 4442.4 pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Specifying pump and sprinkler system flow rates in residential and commercial plumbing.
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Custody transfer and inventory measurement at petroleum terminals and pipelines.
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Calculating refinery throughput and gasoline blending amounts based on mass flow.
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Reporting fuel consumption and emissions standardized to 15.5°C gasoline density.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline density referenced at 15.5°C for accurate conversion results.
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Use the tool specifically for gasoline flow; avoid applying it to other fuels without adjustments.
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Cross-check conversions when local variations in gasoline composition may affect density.
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Apply the converter for consistent mass-based fuel accounting in compliance with industry standards.
Limitations
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Conversion assumes gasoline density at 15.5°C; variations in temperature or composition affect precision.
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Specific to gasoline and not automatically valid for other liquids or fuels.
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Based on average gasoline properties and may not represent local fuel density variations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline standardized to 15.5°C in this conversion?
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Standardizing to 15.5°C accounts for temperature-dependent density changes, ensuring consistent mass flow measurements across different conditions.
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Can I use this conversion for fuels other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C. Other fuels require different adjustments due to varying densities.
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How is gallon (US)/minute related to liter per minute?
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One gallon (US)/minute equals approximately 3.785411784 liters per minute, representing a volumetric flow rate.
Key Terminology
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Gallon (US)/minute
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing the number of U.S. liquid gallons flowing each minute.
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Pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit indicating pounds of gasoline per day standardized to 15.5°C to consider density.
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Density
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The mass per unit volume of gasoline, which changes with temperature affecting flow rate conversions.