What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to change flow rate measurements from kilogram per day (gasoline at 15.5°C) to barrel (US) per minute, bridging mass flow and volumetric flow units commonly used in petroleum measurements and engineering.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in kilogram/day (gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Select the output unit as barrel (US) per minute.
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Click convert to see the volumetric flow equivalent.
Key Features
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Converts mass flow corrected for gasoline at 15.5°C to volumetric flow units.
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Uses standard temperature correction for accurate petroleum mass–volume conversions.
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Supports industrial and engineering applications in oil and gas sectors.
Examples
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1000 kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to approximately 0.00591 barrel (US)/minute.
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500 kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to about 0.00295 barrel (US)/minute.
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and invoicing of gasoline delivered via pipelines or tankers with temperature-standardized mass units.
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Inventory tracking and throughput reporting at refineries and fuel depots.
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Evaluating fuel consumption and process mass balances in petroleum refining and distribution.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline density is referenced to 15.5°C to maintain conversion accuracy.
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Use precise measuring equipment for very small flow rates to avoid errors.
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Consider the gasoline composition as variations can affect mass-to-volume relations.
Limitations
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Conversion depends on gasoline being corrected at 15.5°C; deviations may introduce inaccuracies.
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Small flow measurements can yield very low volumetric values requiring sensitive devices.
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Variations in gasoline purity or composition may alter density and impact results.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C important in this conversion?
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15.5°C is the standard temperature reference used in petroleum measurement to correct volumes for consistent mass-to-volume conversions.
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Can this tool convert other types of fuel flows?
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This converter is specifically designed for gasoline flows corrected to 15.5°C and may not provide accurate results for other fuels or temperatures.
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What does barrel (US)/minute measure?
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Barrel (US)/minute measures volumetric flow, representing the number of US petroleum barrels passing a point per minute.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Mass flow rate specifying gasoline mass per day standardized to density at 15.5°C.
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Barrel (US)/minute
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Volumetric flow rate indicating number of US petroleum barrels passing per minute.
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Density Reference Temperature
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The standard temperature (15.5°C) used to correct gasoline density for accurate conversions.