What Is This Tool?
This converter translates mass flow rates of gasoline measured in kilograms per second at 15.5°C to volumetric flow rates expressed in cubic feet per minute. It is designed to support conversions where temperature-referenced gasoline density impacts measurement and engineering calculations.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) you want to convert
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Select 'kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)' as the input unit
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Choose 'cubic foot/minute [ft³/min]' as the output unit
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Click the convert button to get the volumetric flow rate result
Key Features
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Converts mass flow of gasoline at 15.5°C to volumetric flow in cubic feet per minute
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Based on a standard reference temperature for liquid fuel density
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Suitable for fuel metering, process control, and equipment design applications
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Browser-based and easy to use without installation
Examples
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2 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 5.7319 cubic foot/minute [ft³/min]
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0.5 kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to about 1.43297 cubic foot/minute [ft³/min]
Common Use Cases
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Calculating fuel mass flow for combustion control in engines and turbines
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Converting fuel flow for custody transfer and billing in fuel terminals
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Calibrating flow meters in refineries and pipelines
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Determining fan or blower capacity and air delivery rates in HVAC systems
Tips & Best Practices
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Always confirm the temperature reference (15.5°C) matches your gasoline measurements to ensure correct conversion
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Use this conversion for gasoline specifically, as different fluids require separate considerations
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Cross-check flow units when designing systems to maintain consistency between mass and volumetric flow
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline being at the reference temperature of 15.5°C
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Assumes constant density specific to gasoline at this temperature; not applicable to other fluids
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Volumetric flow units in cubic feet per minute are commonly used for gases, so caution is needed when interpreting results for liquids
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C important in this conversion?
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The 15.5°C temperature is a standard reference to account for gasoline density changes with temperature, ensuring accurate mass-to-volume flow conversion.
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Can I use this converter for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, the tool is specifically designed for gasoline at 15.5°C; other fluids may have different densities and require different conversions.
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Is this conversion useful for HVAC applications?
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Yes, especially when specifying volumetric flow rates like cubic foot/minute for ventilation and air handling, although the input relates to gasoline mass flow.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Mass flow rate unit indicating the kilograms of gasoline passing a point each second, with density referenced to 15.5°C to account for temperature effects.
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Cubic foot/minute [ft³/min]
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Volumetric flow rate unit quantifying one cubic foot of fluid volume passing a cross-section every minute, commonly used in engineering and HVAC.
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Density reference temperature
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A standard temperature used to normalize fuel density variations for consistent mass and volume flow calculations.