What Is This Tool?
This tool converts mass flow rates of gasoline at 15.5 °C, measured in kilograms per hour, into volumetric flow rates expressed in cubic meters per day. It facilitates reliable translation between standardized mass flow and daily volume flow units commonly used in petroleum and process industries.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the gasoline flow value in kilogram/hour at 15.5 °C
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Select the output unit as cubic meter per day [m³/d]
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent volumetric flow
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Use the result for daily reporting, inventory, or process control
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Refer to examples for typical conversion scenarios
Key Features
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Converts gasoline flow from kilogram/hour at 15.5 °C to cubic meter/day units
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Supports standardized mass-to-volume conversion using reference temperature density
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Provides quick calculations suited for custody transfer and fuel reporting
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Browser-based and easy to use with no installations required
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Includes clear example conversions for user guidance
Examples
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10 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to 0.32461865 cubic meter/day
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50 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to 1.62309325 cubic meter/day
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and billing of gasoline at terminals or pipelines
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Fuel consumption reporting standardized to reference temperature
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Calibration and verification of flow meters using density-corrected mass data
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Daily volumetric throughput reporting in process industries
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Hydrocarbon production volume expression in cubic meters per day
Tips & Best Practices
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Always use gasoline density at 15.5 °C for accurate conversion
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Double-check units before and after conversion to maintain consistency
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Use volume units for daily reporting and process monitoring when preferred
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Be mindful of temperature or composition changes affecting density assumptions
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Cross-verify conversions with flow meter calibrations where possible
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline density fixed at 15.5 °C reference
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Cubic meter/day is a non-SI unit requiring conversion for SI calculations
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Mass-to-volume results may vary if gasoline properties differ from standard assumptions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the gasoline's temperature set at 15.5 °C for this conversion?
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Using gasoline density at 15.5 °C standardizes mass flow measurements, ensuring consistent density-based conversions between mass and volume units.
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Can I use this conversion for other fuels besides gasoline?
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This conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5 °C and may not be accurate for other fuels or temperatures without adjustment.
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Is cubic meter per day an SI unit?
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No, cubic meter per day is a non-SI daily flow unit; further conversion may be needed for SI-based calculations.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit indicating kilograms of gasoline per hour standardized to its density at 15.5 °C.
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Cubic meter/day [m³/d]
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A volumetric flow unit measuring one cubic meter of fluid volume passing a point in a 24-hour period.
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Conversion rate
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The factor used to convert 1 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) to 0.032461865 cubic meter/day.