What Is This Tool?
This tool allows users to convert flow rates from liter/second (L/s), a volumetric unit, into pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C), a mass flow unit standardized for gasoline at a reference temperature. It is designed for accurate translation between these units used in petroleum processing and custody transfer.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in liter/second [L/s].
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Select pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the target unit.
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent mass flow rate.
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Use the result for process control, accounting, or reporting tasks.
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow (L/s) to standardized mass flow (pound/day) for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Includes a precise conversion factor specific to gasoline's density at the reference temperature.
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Ideal for refinery throughput, custody transfer, and inventory management in petroleum operations.
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Browser-based and user-friendly with no installation required.
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Supports quick calculations for engineering and industrial purposes.
Examples
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0.5 L/s equals approximately 70413.48 pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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2 L/s converts to about 281653.90 pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
Common Use Cases
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Accounting and custody transfer of gasoline at terminals and pipelines.
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Performing refinery mass-balance and throughput calculations.
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Fuel consumption monitoring and emissions reporting standardized to 15.5°C.
Tips & Best Practices
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Confirm gasoline temperature is near 15.5°C for accurate conversion.
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Use this conversion only for gasoline due to its temperature-dependent density assumptions.
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Apply this tool for standardized petroleum industry measurements to ensure consistency.
Limitations
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Conversion depends on gasoline density at 15.5°C; temperature or composition changes affect accuracy.
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Not suitable for fluids other than gasoline without proper density adjustments.
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May not apply accurately under non-standard pressure or temperature conditions without modification.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature 15.5°C important in this conversion?
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The temperature 15.5°C serves as a reference point for gasoline density to standardize mass flow rate calculations, ensuring consistency in petroleum industry measurements.
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Can this converter be used for other fluids besides gasoline?
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No, this converter is specific to gasoline as the conversion factor relies on its density at 15.5°C; other fluids require different adjustments.
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What is the conversion factor from liter/second to pound/day for gasoline at 15.5°C?
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One liter per second equals approximately 140826.95105089 pound per day for gasoline standardized at 15.5°C.
Key Terminology
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Liter per second (L/s)
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A unit of volumetric flow representing one litre of fluid passing through a cross-section each second.
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Pound per day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit indicating the pounds of gasoline flowing per day, adjusted to a standard temperature of 15.5°C.
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Flow rate
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The volume or mass of fluid passing a point per unit of time, used in various measurement units.