What Is This Tool?
This unit converter allows you to transform flow rates measured as kilogram per minute of gasoline at 15.5°C into volumetric flow rates expressed in cubic meters per hour. It uses standardized conditions to ensure consistent conversion between mass and volume.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in kilogram per minute for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Select the source unit as 'kilogram/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C)'.
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Choose the target unit 'cubic meter/hour [m³/h]'.
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Click convert to obtain the equivalent volumetric flow rate.
Key Features
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Converts gasoline flow rates from mass basis (kg/min) at 15.5°C to volumetric basis (m³/h).
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Accounts for gasoline density at a standardized reference temperature for accuracy.
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Useful for applications involving fuel measurement, pump sizing, and fluid handling.
Examples
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Convert 10 kilogram/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C) to cubic meter/hour: 10 × 0.0811546624 = 0.811546624 m³/h.
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Convert 5 kilogram/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C) to cubic meter/hour: 5 × 0.0811546624 = 0.405773312 m³/h.
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and invoicing of gasoline in fuel terminals and pipelines using mass standardized at 15.5°C.
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Calibration and verification of fuel flowmeters and fuel loading/unloading operations.
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Engine and vehicle fuel consumption testing under consistent reference conditions.
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Designing and specifying pump and compressor capacity for water, wastewater, and industrial fluid systems.
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HVAC system sizing and ventilation flow rate determination.
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Managing pipeline and irrigation system flow data.
Tips & Best Practices
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Always ensure gasoline flow rates are referenced to 15.5°C for reliable mass-to-volume conversion.
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Use this conversion for gasoline only; other fluids or temperatures require adjusted density values.
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Double-check unit selections to avoid conversion errors in critical measurements.
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Utilize the conversion to compare flowmeter data or calibrate fuel handling equipment consistently.
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline density at exactly 15.5°C; temperature deviations affect results.
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Only valid for gasoline at 15.5°C; not applicable to other fluids or temperatures without appropriate density correction.
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Does not account for compositional differences in gasoline which may impact density.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the reference temperature 15.5°C used in this conversion?
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15.5°C is a standardized reference temperature used for gasoline density to ensure consistent mass-to-volume conversions across different conditions.
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Can this converter be used for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fluids or different temperatures without adjusting for density.
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What is the formula to convert kilogram/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C) to cubic meter/hour?
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The formula is 1 kilogram/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.0811546624 cubic meter/hour [m³/h].
Key Terminology
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Kilogram per minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate measuring the amount of gasoline mass passing per minute, referenced to its density at 15.5°C to standardize volume-mass relations.
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Cubic meter per hour [m³/h]
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing the volume of fluid passing a point in one hour.
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Reference temperature
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A standardized temperature used to ensure consistent density and flow measurement comparisons.