What Is This Tool?
This tool converts flow measurements from pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C), a mass flow rate based on gasoline standardized to 15.5°C, to cubic foot/minute [ft³/min], a volumetric flow rate used in engineering and HVAC for air or fluid flow quantification.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the gasoline flow value in pounds per day at 15.5°C.
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Select pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the input unit.
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Choose cubic foot/minute [ft³/min] as the output unit.
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Click convert to see the equivalent volumetric flow rate.
Key Features
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Converts gasoline mass flow standardized at 15.5°C to volumetric air flow units.
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Uses a precise conversion rate for accurate translation between mass and volume flow.
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Supports applications across petroleum refining, HVAC design, and emissions monitoring.
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Browser-based and easy to use without software installation.
Examples
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100 pounds/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.0015046 cubic foot/minute [ft³/min].
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500 pounds/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.007523 cubic foot/minute [ft³/min].
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and inventory accounting at gasoline terminals and pipelines.
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Refinery throughput and mass-balance calculations for gasoline processing.
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Fuel consumption reporting requiring mass-to-volume flow translation.
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Specifying ventilation rates and fan capacities in HVAC systems.
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Measuring compressed air for pneumatic tool operation.
Tips & Best Practices
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Always ensure gasoline quantities are referenced to 15.5°C for consistent conversions.
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Use this converter as a starting point, but consider density changes at temperatures other than 15.5°C.
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Apply volumetric flow results primarily to air or gas scenarios where cubic foot/minute is standard.
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Cross-check conversions when using for precise inventory or emissions reporting.
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline being standardized to 15.5°C; deviations can affect results.
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Volumetric flow units typically refer to gases, so interpreting results for liquid gasoline flow may need adjustments.
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Assumes consistent temperature referencing; varying conditions require additional corrections.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline standardized to 15.5°C in this conversion?
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Standardizing gasoline flow to 15.5°C accounts for temperature-dependent density changes, ensuring consistent measurements across different conditions.
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Can I use this converter for liquid gasoline volume flow?
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This converter translates mass flow to volumetric flow typically used for gases; applying it directly to liquid flows may need extra density and temperature consideration.
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What applications require converting from pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C) to cubic foot/minute?
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Conversions are useful in refinery processing, fuel inventory, HVAC ventilation design, and emissions reporting where volumetric flow rates are needed.
Key Terminology
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Pound/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit measuring gasoline mass per 24 hours, with quantity standardized to 15.5°C.
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Cubic foot/minute [ft³/min]
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A volumetric flow rate showing the volume of fluid, usually air, passing a point in one minute.
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Standard temperature
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A reference temperature used to normalize measurements for consistent comparisons.