What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow measurements expressed in kilogram per hour for gasoline at 15.5°C into cubic inch per hour, a unit representing very low volumetric flow rates in imperial/US customary units. It enables precise translation between mass flow rate and volume flow rate by accounting for gasoline's density at the standard temperature.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in kilogram/hour for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Select the output unit as cubic inch/hour [in³/h]
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Click convert to get the equivalent volumetric flow rate
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Use the result for custody transfer, fuel reporting, or equipment calibration
Key Features
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Converts gasoline mass flow at 15.5°C to volumetric flow in cubic inches per hour
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Uses a fixed conversion rate based on gasoline density at 15.5°C
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Suitable for low-volume flow measurements and calibration purposes
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Browser-based tool providing quick and easy conversions
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Supports applications in fuel distribution, metering, and leakage detection
Examples
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1 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 82.54 cubic inch/hour
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5 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 412.70 cubic inch/hour
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and billing where gasoline volume is equated to mass at 15.5°C
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Reporting and comparing fuel consumption or engine fuel flow standardized at reference temperature
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Calibration and verification of flow meters and dispensers with density-corrected mass flow
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Measuring leak rates and low-volume flows in sealed systems
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Dosing and flow specification in laboratories and microfluidic applications
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Calibration of very low flow pumps, meters, and drip-feed devices
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is close to 15.5°C for accurate conversions
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Use precision instruments when measuring extremely low volumetric flows
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Apply this conversion only to gasoline and avoid use with other fluids without proper density adjustments
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Regularly calibrate flow meters to maintain measurement reliability
Limitations
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Conversion depends on gasoline density at exactly 15.5°C; temperature variations affect accuracy
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Cubic inch/hour unit is for very low volumetric flow and requires sensitive measurement devices
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Inapplicable directly to fluids other than gasoline without density correction
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the gasoline temperature specified as 15.5°C in this conversion?
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The temperature of 15.5°C is the standard reference used to ensure consistent density-based conversion between mass and volume of gasoline.
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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 cannot be used for other fluids without adjusting for their densities.
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What applications is cubic inch per hour suitable for?
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Cubic inch per hour is ideal for measuring very low volumetric flows such as leak rates, microfluidic dosing, and calibration of low-flow devices.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate measuring the kilograms of gasoline passing per hour, standardized at a reference temperature of 15.5°C to account for density.
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Cubic inch/hour [in³/h]
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A volumetric flow rate representing the volume of one cubic inch of fluid moving per hour, used for precise low-flow measurements.
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Density Correction
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Adjustment made to mass or volume measurements based on fluid density at a specific temperature to ensure conversion accuracy.