What Is This Tool?
This converter helps translate flow rates measured in kilogram per second for gasoline at 15.5°C into volumetric flow rates expressed as barrel (US) per second. It supports critical operations in petroleum refining, fuel distribution, and pipeline monitoring by converting mass flow standards into volumetric units commonly used in the oil industry.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in kilogram per second (gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Select the source unit as kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Select the target unit as barrel (US)/second.
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Click the convert button to view your result in barrels per second.
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Use the provided examples to verify your conversions.
Key Features
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Converts mass flow rates of gasoline at 15.5°C to volumetric barrel (US)/second units.
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Uses a standard reference temperature of 15.5°C to account for gasoline density variations.
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Ideal for measuring and reporting fuel flow in refining and pipeline transport.
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Browser-based, easy-to-use interface suitable for industry professionals and engineers.
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Includes example conversions for quick reference.
Examples
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10 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.085074578 barrel (US)/second.
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50 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.42537289 barrel (US)/second.
Common Use Cases
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Fuel mass flow specification for engine and turbine combustion performance.
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Custody transfer and metering at fuel terminals or dispenser systems.
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Calibration and testing of flow meters in refineries and pipelines.
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Reporting oil field and well production rates in volumetric terms.
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Sizing and monitoring of crude oil pipeline and pump capacities.
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Converting field-measured rates to SI volumetric units for engineering designs.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline temperature is at or near 15.5°C for accurate conversion results.
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Use this converter to relate mass flow data to volumetric flow standards in petroleum operations.
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Cross-check conversions with sample values to confirm correctness.
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Account for density changes if the fuel temperature varies significantly from 15.5°C.
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Apply adjustments for fuel composition differences where necessary before conversion.
Limitations
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Assumes gasoline density at a fixed reference temperature of 15.5°C, which may not hold in all conditions.
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Does not adjust for density variations caused by temperature fluctuations.
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Variations in fuel composition require additional corrections not provided by this conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature of 15.5°C important for this conversion?
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15.5°C is the standard reference temperature for gasoline density to ensure consistent mass to volume flow conversions accounting for temperature-dependent density changes.
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Can I use this converter for other fuels besides gasoline?
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This converter is specifically designed for gasoline at 15.5°C; using it for other fuels may lead to inaccurate results due to density differences.
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How do I convert back from barrel (US)/second to kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)?
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You would use the inverse of the given conversion rate, adjusting for gasoline density at 15.5°C, but this tool focuses on kilogram/second to barrel (US)/second conversions.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A unit indicating the mass flow rate of gasoline per second, where density is referenced at 15.5°C for consistency.
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Barrel (US)/second
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing the passage of one US oil barrel (42 gallons) per second, commonly used for large liquid flows in petroleum.
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Conversion Rate
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The factor (0.0085074578) used to convert kilogram per second of gasoline (at 15.5°C) into barrel (US) per second.