What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms mass flow rates of gasoline measured in kilograms per second at a reference temperature of 15.5°C into volumetric flow rates expressed as acre-foot per year. It is useful for connecting fuel flow measures with water volume concepts over extended periods.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the gasoline flow value in kilogram per second (at 15.5°C)
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Select the output unit as acre-foot per year [ac*ft/y]
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Click convert to get the corresponding volumetric flow rate
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Review and utilize the results for resource planning or fuel monitoring
Key Features
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Mass to volumetric flow conversion specific to gasoline at 15.5°C density reference
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Supports engineering and resource planning applications
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface for quick calculations
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Provides clear unit definitions and typical use scenarios
Examples
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2 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to about 69.16 acre-foot/year [ac*ft/y]
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0.5 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to approximately 17.29 acre-foot/year [ac*ft/y]
Common Use Cases
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Fuel mass flow specification for combustion engines and turbines
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Custody transfer and billing at fuel terminals using mass at standard temperature
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Calibration of flow meters and process controls in oil refining pipelines
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Water resource management and agricultural irrigation water rights allocation
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Municipal water supply planning and long-term usage forecasting
Tips & Best Practices
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Always confirm the gasoline density reference temperature is 15.5°C for accuracy
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Use this conversion primarily for long-term flow averaging rather than short-term measurements
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Combine with other units carefully when dealing with variable fuel compositions or temperatures
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Apply results thoughtfully when comparing fuel mass flows to water volume flows
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline density at 15.5°C, which can vary with temperature changes
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Acre-foot/year is a volumetric flow measure suited mainly for water, potentially limiting precision with gasoline
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Long-term averaging may not reflect short-term flow variations essential for precise fuel control
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the gasoline density referenced at 15.5°C?
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15.5°C is a standard reference temperature for liquid fuels to account for density changes related to temperature variations.
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Can this conversion be used for fuels other than gasoline?
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This tool 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 an acre-foot per year used for in this context?
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In this tool, acre-foot per year converts gasoline mass flow into a volumetric flow useful for water resource and supply planning comparisons.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow unit representing kilograms of gasoline per second measured at a standard temperature of 15.5°C, accounting for density variations.
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Acre-foot per year [ac*ft/y]
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A volumetric flow rate describing the volume equivalent to one acre covered by one foot of water over one year, approximately 1,233.48 cubic meters per year.
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Flow conversion
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The process of translating flow rates between different units, such as from mass flow to volumetric flow.