What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow rates from hundred-cubic foot per hour, a volumetric measure used for gas flow, into kilogram per second, a mass flow rate for gasoline at 15.5°C. It's designed for precise calculations in fuel systems and process control.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in hundred-cubic foot/hour.
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Select the target unit kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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View the converted mass flow rate instantly.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric gas flow rates to gasoline mass flow rates at a reference temperature of 15.5°C.
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Supports applications in combustion control, fuel metering, and custody transfer.
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Easy to use with direct input and instant conversion results.
Examples
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5 hundred-cubic foot/hour equals approximately 2.9077 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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10 hundred-cubic foot/hour equals approximately 5.8154 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Measuring and reporting natural gas consumption for small commercial customers.
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Specifying fuel mass flow rates for engine and turbine combustion control.
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Custody transfer, metering, and billing at fuel terminals using mass-based flow.
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Calibrating flow meters and managing process control in refineries or pipelines.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline density corresponds to 15.5°C for accurate conversion.
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Use this conversion for gasoline only, considering temperature and fuel composition variations.
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Apply appropriate phase and property considerations when converting between gas volumetric flow and liquid mass flow.
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline density at 15.5°C and may fluctuate with temperature or fuel changes.
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From-unit is volumetric gas flow; to-unit is mass liquid flow, assuming appropriate phase conditions.
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Conversion may not apply to other fuels or temperature references without adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline density referenced at 15.5°C for this conversion?
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15.5°C is a standard reference temperature for liquid fuels to account for temperature-dependent density variations, ensuring consistent mass flow calculation.
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Can this conversion be used for fuels other than gasoline?
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No, this specific conversion assumes gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fuels without adjustment.
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What industries benefit from converting hundred-cubic foot/hour to kilogram/second?
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Fuel distribution, refinery process control, engine testing, and fuel terminal billing commonly use this conversion for precise flow measurement.
Key Terminology
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Hundred-cubic foot/hour
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A volumetric flow rate of 100 cubic feet per hour, used for low to moderate gas or air flows.
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Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit expressing kilograms of gasoline passing a point each second, referenced at 15.5°C for density.
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Custody Transfer
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The transfer process of fuel ownership where accurate mass flow measurement is critical for billing.