What Is This Tool?
This tool converts mass flow rates of gasoline measured in kilogram per hour at 15.5°C to volumetric flow rates expressed in liters per second. It is designed to translate gasoline mass flows referenced to a standard temperature into volume flows for practical engineering and metering applications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the mass flow value in kilogram per hour (gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Select the input unit as kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Choose the output unit as liter/second [L/s].
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Click convert to get the volumetric flow rate in liters per second.
Key Features
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Converts mass flow rate of gasoline at 15.5°C to volumetric flow rate.
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Uses standardized conversion rate based on gasoline density at 15.5°C.
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Provides quick and easy conversion suitable for custody transfer and engine testing.
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Browser-based and accessible without software installation.
Examples
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10 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.00375716 liter/second [L/s].
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50 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.0187858 liter/second [L/s].
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and billing of gasoline where mass-to-volume conversions are required.
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Standardized fuel consumption and engine flow reporting at reference temperature.
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Calibration and verification of flow meters and dispensers using density-corrected mass flow.
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Engineering calculations and process monitoring requiring volumetric flow rates.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline density reference is at 15.5°C for accurate conversion.
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Perform conversions only for gasoline or similarly characterized fluids at this temperature.
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Use the tool for engineering or billing where volumetric flow units are preferred.
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Be aware that temperature or gasoline composition changes affect conversion accuracy.
Limitations
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Conversion depends strictly on gasoline density at 15.5°C and does not apply to other fluids.
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Temperature variations affect density and may invalidate the conversion rate.
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Volumetric flow results may not reflect changes in gasoline properties without proper correction.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why must gasoline density be referenced at 15.5°C for this conversion?
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The conversion relies on a standardized gasoline density at 15.5°C to maintain consistent mass-to-volume relationships. Temperature deviations alter density and can affect accuracy.
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Can this converter be used for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, the conversion rate is specific to gasoline at 15.5°C and does not apply to other fluids or temperatures without appropriate adjustments.
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What are common applications for converting kilogram/hour to liter/second for gasoline?
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Typical uses include custody transfer, engine fuel flow reporting, flow meter calibration, and process engineering where volumetric measurement is necessary.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit specifying gasoline mass delivered or consumed per hour, referenced to density at 15.5°C.
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Liter/second [L/s]
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing one litre of fluid passing through a cross-section every second.
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Conversion Rate
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The factor 1 kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.000375716 liter/second used to convert mass flow to volumetric flow.