What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms flow measurements from pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C), a mass flow rate referenced to a standard temperature, into cubic foot/second [ft³/s], a volumetric flow rate common in engineering and hydrological contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Select pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the input unit
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Choose cubic foot/second [ft³/s] as the output unit
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Submit to get the equivalent volumetric flow rate
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Review results considering reference temperature for precision
Key Features
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Converts gasoline mass flow at 15.5°C to volumetric flow rate
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Supports engineering and hydrology applications
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Browser-based and easy to use
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Provides quick translation between mass and volumetric units
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Includes reference conditions for accurate flow comparison
Examples
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10 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.0000601839 cubic foot/second [ft³/s]
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100 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.000601839 cubic foot/second [ft³/s]
Common Use Cases
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Custody-transfer and metering of gasoline where volume corrections to 15.5 °C apply
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Monitoring fuel consumption rates for engines and burners using mass-based metrics
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Calibration of flow meters requiring temperature-corrected mass flow readings
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Reporting river and stream discharge in volumetric units for hydrology
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Designing pumps, channels, and irrigation or wastewater systems using volumetric flows
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline flow is referenced at 15.5 °C for accurate conversion
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Use this conversion for engineering and environmental applications involving fluids
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Confirm unit selections when inputting values to avoid errors
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Understand the context of mass vs. volumetric flow for correct interpretation
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Be aware of fluid compressibility and temperature effects on flow measurements
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on gasoline density referenced at 15.5 °C; deviations affect results
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Converting mass to volumetric flow requires consistent reference conditions
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Fluid compressibility and temperature variations are not accounted for in the conversion
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the gasoline temperature referenced at 15.5 °C?
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The 15.5 °C reference standardizes density and temperature in flow measurements, ensuring consistent and comparable mass flow rates.
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Can this converter be used for fluids other than gasoline?
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This converter specifically applies to gasoline flow rates referenced at 15.5 °C and may not produce accurate results for other fluids.
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What does cubic foot/second measure?
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Cubic foot/second [ft³/s] measures volumetric flow rate, representing one cubic foot of fluid passing a point every second.
Key Terminology
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Pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit indicating one pound of gasoline passing a point each hour, corrected to a standard temperature of 15.5 °C.
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Cubic foot/second [ft³/s]
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An imperial unit of volumetric flow rate representing one cubic foot of fluid flowing past a point every second.
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Mass Flow Rate
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The amount of mass passing through a reference point per unit time.
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Volumetric Flow Rate
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The volume of fluid passing through a reference point per unit time.
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Reference Temperature
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A specified temperature used to standardize measurements and enable consistent comparison of flow rates.