What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to change flow rates from liter per minute (L/min), a volume flow measurement, to kilogram per hour (kg/h) for gasoline at a reference temperature of 15.5°C, reflecting mass flow accounting for gasoline density at that temperature.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in liter per minute (L/min) that you want to convert
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Select the source unit as liter per minute and the target unit as kilogram per hour for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Click the convert button to calculate the equivalent mass flow rate in kilograms per hour
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View the result which accounts for gasoline density at 15.5°C
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow rates in liters per minute to mass flow rates in kilograms per hour for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Uses a standardized density reference temperature to ensure consistent mass calculations
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Supports accurate fuel metering, billing, and performance testing conversions
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Browser-based and easy to use with simple inputs and clear output
Examples
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2 L/min converts to approximately 88.72 kg/h (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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0.5 L/min converts to approximately 22.18 kg/h (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and billing of gasoline at terminals or pipelines requiring mass-based measurement
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Reporting fuel consumption or engine fuel flow standardized for a reference temperature
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Calibration and verification of flow meters and dispensers using corrected mass flow values
Tips & Best Practices
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Always verify that the gasoline temperature is near 15.5°C for accurate conversions
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Use precise measurement tools to ensure correct flow and temperature inputs
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Understand that variations in gasoline composition can affect density and conversion results
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Refer to this conversion specifically for gasoline; do not use it for other fuels without adjustments
Limitations
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Conversion depends on gasoline density at 15.5°C and may be inaccurate if temperature or fuel composition differs
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Not suitable for converting hydrocarbons or flows at other temperatures without recalibration
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Requires precise flow and temperature measurements to maintain validity
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C important for this conversion?
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The temperature of 15.5°C is used as a standard reference to define gasoline density, ensuring consistent and comparable mass flow calculations.
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Can I use this conversion for fuels other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion applies specifically to gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other hydrocarbons or different temperatures.
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What happens if the gasoline temperature differs from 15.5°C?
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If the temperature varies, the density changes, which can affect the accuracy of the conversion, so adjustments are necessary to maintain precision.
Key Terminology
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Liter per minute (L/min)
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A metric volumetric flow unit measuring the volume of fluid or gas passing a point each minute.
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Kilogram per hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow unit indicating gasoline mass flow corrected to the density at 15.5°C.
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Density
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The mass per unit volume of a substance, critical for converting volume flow to mass flow.