What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow measurements from hundred-cubic foot per day, a volumetric flow rate, into pound per day, a mass flow rate standardized for gasoline at 15.5°C. It helps translate volume-based metrics into temperature-corrected mass units essential in petroleum refining and fuel accounting.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in hundred-cubic foot per day into the input field
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Select the target unit as pound per day for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Click the convert button to get the mass flow equivalent
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Use the output for inventory, accounting, or engineering analysis related to gasoline flows
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rates (hundred-cubic foot/day) to mass flow rates (pound/day) for gasoline standardized at 15.5°C
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Applies temperature reference to account for gasoline density variations
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Supports calculation for small-scale fuel flow measurements used in petroleum and utility industries
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Provides example calculations for quick reference
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Browser-based and easy to use without installations
Examples
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2 hundred-cubic foot/day converts to approximately 9230.96 pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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0.5 hundred-cubic foot/day converts to approximately 2307.74 pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Reporting production rates of small natural-gas wells or pipelines
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Custody transfer and inventory management at gasoline terminals and pipelines
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Refinery throughput and gasoline blending mass-balance calculations
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Fuel consumption or emissions reporting standardized by temperature
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Engineering studies involving gasoline flows referenced to 15.5°C
Tips & Best Practices
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Always confirm the gasoline flow is standardized to 15.5°C before converting
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Use the correct volumetric unit of hundred-cubic foot per day for accurate inputs
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Apply the conversion for mass flow accounting in petroleum operations to ensure consistency
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Be aware of temperature effects on density when interpreting results
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Use provided examples to verify calculation methods and expected outcomes
Limitations
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Conversion applies only to gasoline at the reference temperature of 15.5°C and may not suit other fluids or temperatures
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Flow accuracy depends on correct standardization to the reference temperature due to density changes
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Small volumetric rates may introduce some imprecision without detailed fluid composition and temperature considerations
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature of 15.5°C important in this conversion?
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The 15.5°C temperature standardizes gasoline density, allowing for consistent and accurate mass flow measurements essential in petroleum industry operations.
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Can I use this conversion for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5°C and may not provide accurate results for other fluids or temperatures.
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What does hundred-cubic foot per day measure?
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Hundred-cubic foot per day measures a volumetric flow rate equal to 100 cubic feet of fluid passing a point in one day, often used for small gas or liquid flow rates.
Key Terminology
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Hundred-cubic foot per day
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A volumetric flow rate unit equal to 100 cubic feet of fluid passing a point per day, used mainly for small continuous flows.
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Pound per day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit representing gasoline mass delivered or consumed daily, standardized to 15.5°C to reflect consistent density.
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Standard Temperature
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A reference temperature, here 15.5°C, used to correct fluid density variations in flow measurements.