What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow rates given in milliliters per day to mass flow rates in kilograms per second, specifically calibrated for gasoline at 15.5°C. It is designed for accurate conversions where volume and mass flows are critical and related to standard reference temperatures.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in milliliters per day into the input field.
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Select the source unit as milliliter/day [mL/d].
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Choose the target unit kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Press the convert button to get the equivalent mass flow rate.
Key Features
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Converts low volumetric flow rates (mL/day) to gasoline mass flow rates at 15.5°C (kg/s).
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Accounts for gasoline density variations by referencing the temperature 15.5°C.
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Ideal for fuel measurement, combustion control, and billing based on mass flow.
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Supports applications in engine control, refineries, and custody transfer.
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Easy browser-based interface for quick conversions.
Examples
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10 mL/day equals 8.5570492642821e-8 kilograms per second of gasoline at 15.5°C.
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100 mL/day equals 8.5570492642821e-7 kilograms per second of gasoline at 15.5°C.
Common Use Cases
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Monitoring fuel mass flow for combustion engines and turbines using gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Custody transfer and billing accuracy at fuel terminals by converting volume to mass.
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Calibration and testing of flow meters and process systems in refineries or pipelines.
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Measuring small continuous flow rates in clinical, laboratory, or environmental settings with volumetric inputs.
Tips & Best Practices
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Always confirm the gasoline density corresponds to 15.5°C for accurate mass conversion.
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Use this tool primarily for very low flow rates where milliliters per day is appropriate.
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Validate flow meter calibration to ensure conversions match actual fuel conditions.
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Be aware that variation in temperature or fuel composition can affect results.
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Interpret very small mass flow results carefully due to measurement precision challenges.
Limitations
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Conversion depends on gasoline density at the reference temperature of 15.5°C.
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Changes in temperature or fuel composition can alter accuracy of conversions.
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Low flow rates in mL/day yield extremely small mass flow values, challenging precise measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline density referenced at 15.5°C?
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15.5°C is a standard temperature used to account for temperature-dependent density variations in liquid fuels, ensuring consistent mass flow measurements.
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Can I use this converter for other fuels?
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This tool is specifically designed for gasoline at 15.5°C; using it for other fuels or temperatures may result in inaccurate conversions.
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What types of applications benefit from converting mL/day to kg/s?
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Applications include combustion control, refinery metering, custody transfer, and precise fuel flow monitoring where low volumetric rates need translation into mass flow.
Key Terminology
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Milliliter/day [mL/d]
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A volumetric flow rate unit indicating volume of fluid, in milliliters, passing or consumed within one day.
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Kilogram/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit measuring kilograms of gasoline passing per second, calibrated at 15.5°C to account for density changes with temperature.