What Is This Tool?
This converter allows users to translate flow rates expressed in ounce per hour to kilogram per hour for gasoline at a reference temperature of 15.5°C. It standardizes the mass flow by considering gasoline density at that temperature for accurate flow rate conversions used in fuel management.
How to Use This Tool?
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Input the flow rate value in ounce per hour (oz/h)
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Select the source unit as ounce/hour (oz/h) and the target unit as kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Execute the conversion to obtain the equivalent mass flow rate in kilograms per hour for gasoline
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Use the example calculations for guidance if needed
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Apply the converted value for fuel flow reporting, billing, or calibration purposes
Key Features
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Converts flow from ounce/hour (oz/h) to kilogram/hour with gasoline density correction at 15.5°C
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Supports mass and volumetric ounce units used in various dispensing and dosing applications
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Facilitates fuel flow standardization for custody transfer, billing, and performance analysis
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Browser-based and easy to use for quick flow rate conversions
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Provides conversion examples to aid understanding and application
Examples
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Convert 10 oz/h: 10 × 0.0218645697 = 0.218645697 kg/h (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Convert 50 oz/h: 50 × 0.0218645697 = 1.093228485 kg/h (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and billing at gasoline terminals and pipelines using mass flow standardized at 15.5°C
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Fuel consumption reporting and engine fuel flow measurements accounting for temperature-corrected mass
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Calibration and verification of flow meters and dispensing equipment with density-based conversions
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Monitoring low-rate dosing systems and measuring oil or fuel feed rates in manufacturing
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the source ounce measurement clearly indicates fluid or mass ounces before converting
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Use the reference temperature of 15.5°C to maintain consistency in gasoline density during conversion
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Avoid applying this conversion to fuels other than gasoline without appropriate density corrections
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Double-check results when converting low flow rates for precise dosing or leak detection
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Consult the provided examples to verify conversion results and understand practical applications
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on gasoline being at 15.5°C; temperature or composition variations affect results
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Ambiguity between fluid and avoirdupois ounces requires clarity for correct conversion
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Conversion is specific to gasoline and should not be used for other liquids without adjustment
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 mass flow calculations from volume measurements.
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Can this conversion be used for liquids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion is specifically calibrated for gasoline at 15.5°C and may lead to errors if applied to other liquids without adjusting for density differences.
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What types of ounces does this tool consider for conversion?
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The tool accounts for ounce as either an avoirdupois (mass) ounce or a fluid ounce, so it is important to know the measurement type for accurate conversion.
Key Terminology
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Ounce/hour (oz/h)
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A unit describing the amount of substance transferred or delivered in ounces per hour, representing either mass or volume flow.
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Kilogram/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit for gasoline adjusted to the density at 15.5°C to provide consistent measurement in mass per hour.
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Density at 15.5°C
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The standard density value for gasoline used in conversions to ensure accuracy by referencing a set temperature.