What Is This Tool?
This tool converts mass flow rates of gasoline measured in kilogram per minute at 15.5°C to volumetric flow rates in milliliter per hour. It helps translate standardized gasoline mass measurements into precise low-volume flow rates for multiple applications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the mass flow value in kilogram per minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Select kilogram/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the input unit
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Select milliliter/hour as the output unit
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Click convert to obtain the volumetric flow rate in mL/h
Key Features
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Converts gasoline mass flow at 15.5°C reference to volume flow in mL/h
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Supports precise low flow rate calculation for small-scale processes
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Based on standardized temperature-density reference for consistent results
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Suitable for applications in fuel delivery, medical dosing, and laboratory use
Examples
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1 kilogram/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 81154.66 milliliter/hour
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0.5 kilogram/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 40577.33 milliliter/hour
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and invoicing of gasoline using standardized mass measurements
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Calibration and verification of fuel flowmeters and tanker loading operations
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Precise medical infusion pump rate settings for fluid delivery
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Laboratory reagent dosing and microreactor flow control
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Small-scale chemical dosing and environmental tracer injection
Tips & Best Practices
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Confirm the gasoline density is referenced at 15.5°C for accurate conversion
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Use the tool for low-volume flow rate applications requiring precision
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Cross-check values when involving large scale differences to avoid rounding errors
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Apply the conversion consistently for fuel custody and billing purposes
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on gasoline density being referenced at 15.5°C only
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Variations in temperature or fluid composition may reduce conversion reliability
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Large scale difference between units requires careful numerical handling
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline referenced at 15.5°C in this conversion?
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Referencing gasoline mass at 15.5°C standardizes density and accounts for thermal expansion, ensuring consistent mass-to-volume conversions.
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Can this conversion be used for other fuels?
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This tool specifically converts gasoline flow referenced at 15.5°C; other fuels may require different density references and conversions.
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Is this conversion suitable for high-volume industrial flow rates?
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The conversion formula is correct, but milliliter/hour is meant for low flow rates; for high volumes, other volumetric units may be more practical.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram per minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate that expresses gasoline mass delivered or consumed per minute, standardized at 15.5°C to account for density changes due to temperature.
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Milliliter per hour [mL/h]
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A volumetric flow rate representing one milliliter of fluid transported or dispensed each hour, used for precise control of low flow rates.
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Reference Temperature
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A standardized temperature (15.5°C in this case) used to ensure consistent measurement of density and flow rates.