What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms flow values measured in hundred-cubic foot per minute to mass flow rates in pound per minute specific to gasoline at 15.5°C. It is designed to facilitate conversions between volumetric and density-referenced mass flow units commonly used in industrial and petroleum settings.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value measured in hundred-cubic foot per minute.
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Select the target unit as pound per minute for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Submit to receive the converted mass flow result based on standardized gasoline density.
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Use the result for process control, custody transfer, or engineering analysis.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow (hundred-cubic foot/minute) to mass flow (pound/minute for gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Accounts for gasoline density standardized at 15.5°C to provide consistent mass flow values.
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Useful for petroleum refining, fuel shipment measurement, and engineering computations.
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface for quick input and output.
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Supports applications in HVAC, pipeline engineering, and environmental assessments.
Examples
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2 hundred-cubic foot/minute equals 9230.96 pound/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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0.5 hundred-cubic foot/minute equals 2307.74 pound/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Determining volumetric air or gas flow in ventilation and HVAC systems.
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Measuring gasoline mass flow for custody transfer and invoicing at fixed temperature.
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Performing engineering calculations for refinery metering and pipeline sizing.
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Managing fuel transportation and terminal loading with temperature-corrected mass flow.
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Assessing emissions and fuel consumption with temperature-referenced data.
Tips & Best Practices
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Always verify that gasoline density corresponds to the standard 15.5°C reference before conversion.
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Use the tool for context-specific applications where volumetric to mass flow conversion is appropriate.
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Double-check input units to ensure consistent and accurate results.
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Consider temperature variations and gasoline composition changes when interpreting results.
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Use this conversion alongside other process data for comprehensive flow management.
Limitations
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The conversion assumes gasoline density at exactly 15.5°C; deviations require additional correction.
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Hundred-cubic foot per minute primarily applies to air or gases, so direct conversion to gasoline mass flow may need context-based adjustments.
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Mass flow calculation accuracy relies on adherence to standard reference conditions.
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Results might not reflect changes in gasoline composition or temperature beyond the standard.
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Not suitable for fluids other than gasoline without modification.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does hundred-cubic foot per minute measure?
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It is a volumetric flow rate unit representing 100 cubic feet of fluid passing a point each minute, mainly used for air or gas flows.
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C important for gasoline measurement?
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15.5°C is the standard reference temperature for petroleum product volume and density correction, ensuring consistent mass flow measurement of gasoline.
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Can this conversion be used for other fluids?
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No, this conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5°C due to its density reference and may not apply accurately to other fluids.
Key Terminology
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Hundred-cubic foot/minute
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A volumetric flow rate equal to 100 cubic feet of fluid passing a point each minute, commonly used for air or gas flows.
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Pound/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Mass flow rate indicating pounds of gasoline passing a point per minute, corrected to standard temperature 15.5°C for consistent measurement.
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Density correction
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Adjustment of measurement values to account for fluid density changes due to temperature variations, ensuring comparability.