What Is This Tool?
This converter allows users to transform flow rates measured in ounce (UK) per minute—a volumetric flow unit—into pound per second, a mass flow unit tailored to gasoline at a reference temperature of 15.5°C. It is ideal for translating imperial volumetric units into mass flow rates essential for accurate fuel measurement.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in ounce (UK) per minute into the input field
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Select 'ounce (UK)/minute' as the starting unit
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Choose 'pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)' as the target unit
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Click the convert button to get the mass flow rate equivalent
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Review the output value to apply in fuel measurement or engineering tasks
Key Features
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Converts volumetric flow in ounce (UK)/minute to mass flow in pound/second for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Accounts for temperature-dependent density of gasoline at the specified reference temperature
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Supports applications in petroleum custody transfer and automotive fuel consumption analysis
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Simple browser-based interface for quick and easy conversions
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Provides clear examples demonstrating typical conversions
Examples
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Converting 10 ounce (UK)/minute results in 0.007718606 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Converting 50 ounce (UK)/minute results in 0.03859303 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
Common Use Cases
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Specifying or measuring low flow liquid dispensing rates using imperial units
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Calibrating dosing pumps in laboratory or industrial processes involving imperial volume units
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Converting flow rates for fuel custody transfer and pipeline measurement for inventory control
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Performing engine tests and fuel consumption measurements that require mass flow reporting
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Sizing fuel pumps and designing fuel-delivery systems in petroleum and automotive engineering
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline is conditioned at the standard temperature of 15.5°C for accurate conversion
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Use this tool for applications requiring mass flow rates rather than volumetric flow rates
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Double-check unit selections to avoid errors in measurement translation
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Apply the conversion consistently when comparing or documenting flow rates in mixed unit systems
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Refer to provided examples to understand typical conversion scenarios
Limitations
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Conversion only applies to gasoline at the reference temperature of 15.5°C
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Variations in temperature or fuel composition affect gasoline density and impact conversion accuracy
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The tool is not suitable for flows involving other liquids or different temperature conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is temperature important in this conversion?
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Gasoline density varies with temperature, so using a reference temperature of 15.5°C ensures the mass flow rate accounts for this variation accurately.
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Can I use this conversion for other liquids?
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No, this conversion is specifically designed for gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other liquids or temperatures.
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What does ounce (UK)/minute measure?
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It measures volumetric flow as one UK fluid ounce passing a point each minute, commonly used in imperial unit contexts.
Key Terminology
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Ounce (UK)/minute
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A volumetric flow unit representing the passage of one UK fluid ounce per minute.
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Pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit indicating pounds of gasoline flowing per second, calibrated to gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Volumetric flow
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Measurement of the volume of fluid passing a point per unit time.
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Mass flow
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Measurement of the mass of a substance passing a point per unit time.
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Reference temperature
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A standard temperature at which properties like density are defined for consistent measurement.