What Is This Tool?
This converter translates mass flow rates of gasoline at 15.5 °C, measured in kilogram per hour, into volumetric flow rates expressed in liters per hour. It ensures consistent conversion by referencing gasoline density at the standard temperature, facilitating precise flow rate representation for engineering and fuel management purposes.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the gasoline mass flow rate in kilogram/hour at 15.5 °C
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Select kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the input unit
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Choose liter/hour [L/h] as the output unit
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Click convert to obtain the equivalent volumetric flow rate in liters per hour
Key Features
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Converts gasoline mass flow rates at 15.5 °C to volumetric flow in liters per hour
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Uses density-corrected conversion to maintain accuracy at the standard temperature
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Supports applications in custody transfer, fuel consumption reporting, and flow meter calibration
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Browser-based and easy to use for quick unit translation
Examples
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5 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to approximately 6.76 liter/hour
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10 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to approximately 13.53 liter/hour
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and billing at gasoline terminals using standardized density conversions
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Standardized fuel consumption reporting and engine fuel flow analysis
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Calibration and verification of flow meters and fuel dispensers using mass-to-volume conversions
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Monitoring dosing pumps and flow control in laboratory and small-scale industrial processes
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline temperature is maintained at 15.5 °C for accurate density-based conversions
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Use this conversion specifically for gasoline and the reference temperature to avoid errors
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Regularly calibrate flow measurement equipment to align with standardized units
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Cross-check volumetric flow results when monitoring fuel consumption for performance comparisons
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on maintaining the reference temperature of 15.5 °C
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Not applicable for other fuels or gasoline at temperatures different from 15.5 °C without adjustments
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5 °C important in this conversion?
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The conversion relies on gasoline's density at 15.5 °C to ensure consistent and accurate mass to volume translations. Deviating temperature affects gasoline density and impacts conversion results.
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Can this conversion be used for other fuels?
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No, this conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5 °C and may not provide accurate results for other fuels or temperatures.
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What is liter/hour used for in flow measurements?
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Liter/hour measures volumetric flow, expressing the volume of liquid passing a point per hour, commonly used for fuel consumption and dosing pump rates.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit for gasoline measured per hour, referencing density at 15.5 °C for consistent mass to volume conversions.
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Liter/hour [L/h]
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A volumetric flow rate unit indicating the number of liters of liquid passing a point in one hour, commonly used in fuel consumption and dosing applications.
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Density Correction
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Adjusting measurements to a standard temperature to maintain consistent and comparable flow rates.