Why use kilogram/second instead of liter/hour for gasoline flow?

Kilogram/second accounts for the fuel's mass, which varies with density and temperature, providing a more accurate measure for combustion control and fuel accounting compared to volumetric flow alone.

What does the reference temperature of 15.5°C mean?

15.5°C is a standard reference temperature used to define gasoline density, ensuring consistency in mass flow measurements despite temperature changes.

Can this conversion be used for fuels other than gasoline?

This conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fuels or gasoline at different temperatures due to density differences.

How to Convert Liter/hour (L/h) to Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)

Learn how to convert volumetric flow rates from liter per hour (L/h) to mass flow rates in kilogram per second for gasoline at 15.5°C. This guide explains the conversion process, use cases, and important considerations for fuel flow measurements.

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Liter/hour [L/h] to Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5%b0C) Conversion Table

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Liter/hour [L/h] to Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5%b0C) Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms flow rate units from liter per hour (L/h), a volumetric measurement, to kilogram per second specific to gasoline at 15.5°C, a mass flow measurement. It enables users to convert liquid fuel flow volumes into mass flow rates referenced at a standard temperature for accurate fuel management.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the flow value in liter per hour (L/h) in the input field
Select or confirm the units to convert from and to—liter/hour to kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Click the convert button to get the equivalent flow rate in kilogram per second
Use the output value for engineering, fuel management, or process control applications

Key Features

Converts volumetric flow in liters per hour to mass flow in kilograms per second for gasoline at 15.5°C
Accounts for gasoline density at a standard reference temperature to improve accuracy
Useful for fuel consumption, process control, and flow meter calibration
Easy to use, browser-based tool for quick conversion calculations

Examples

Convert 10 L/h: 10 L/h = 0.002053692 kg/s (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Convert 50 L/h: 50 L/h = 0.01026846 kg/s (Gasoline at 15.5°C)

Common Use Cases

Specifying fuel consumption rates for small engines, portable generators, and boats
Setting rates for chemical dosing or fertilizer metering pumps in industrial processes
Calibration and testing of flow meters in refineries and pipelines using mass flow metrics
Fuel custody transfer and billing where mass at a standard reference temperature is required

Tips & Best Practices

Verify gasoline density corresponds to 15.5°C to ensure accurate mass flow conversions
Use this conversion for engineering calculations requiring precise fuel flow measurement
Consider potential temperature variations or fuel composition changes that may impact results
Apply the conversion for monitoring fuel burn rates and for process control calibration

Limitations

Conversion assumes constant gasoline density at 15.5°C; deviations in temperature or fuel composition can affect accuracy
Not suitable for fuels or conditions where density differs significantly from the reference temperature
Should be complemented with temperature and specification checks for precise applications

Frequently Asked Questions

Why use kilogram/second instead of liter/hour for gasoline flow?: Kilogram/second accounts for the fuel's mass, which varies with density and temperature, providing a more accurate measure for combustion control and fuel accounting compared to volumetric flow alone.
What does the reference temperature of 15.5°C mean?: 15.5°C is a standard reference temperature used to define gasoline density, ensuring consistency in mass flow measurements despite temperature changes.
Can this conversion be used for fuels other than gasoline?: This conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other fuels or gasoline at different temperatures due to density differences.

Key Terminology

Liter per hour (L/h): A volumetric flow unit measuring the volume of liquid passing a point each hour.
Kilogram per second (Gasoline at 15.5°C): A mass flow unit indicating how many kilograms of gasoline pass a point each second, adjusted for density at 15.5°C.
Flow rate: The quantity of liquid or gas passing a point per unit time, expressed in volumetric or mass units.

Quick Knowledge Check

What unit does this converter transform from?

Kilogram/second

Liter/hour

Meters per second

Why is gasoline density referenced at 15.5°C in this conversion?

To standardize mass flow measurements

To measure volume at any temperature

To ignore temperature effects

Which of the following is a common use case for this conversion?

Measuring water flow in irrigation

Fuel consumption monitoring for small engines

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