What Is This Tool?
This converter enables you to translate flow rates measured in pound per hour of gasoline at 15.5°C into cubic inch per second, allowing for conversion between a mass-based and a volumetric flow unit referenced to a standard temperature.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the gasoline flow rate in pound per hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Select the target unit as cubic inch per second [in³/s]
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Activate the conversion to see the equivalent volumetric flow rate in in³/s
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Use the result for equipment calibration, fuel supply monitoring, or flow rate analysis
Key Features
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Converts gasoline mass flow rates at 15.5°C to volumetric flow rates in cubic inch per second
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Supports temperature-referenced mass flow measurements for custody transfer and metering
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Facilitates small-scale flow measurement and equipment calibration using imperial units
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Provides clear unit definitions relevant to petroleum and hydraulic industries
Examples
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10 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 0.104 cubic inch/second
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50 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to about 0.520 cubic inch/second
Common Use Cases
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Custody-transfer and metering of gasoline in pipelines and tanker trucks at a standard temperature
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Specifying fuel consumption or supply for engine, generator, or industrial burner performance
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Calibrating flow meters and fuel delivery systems with temperature-referenced mass flow
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Measuring small liquid flows in hydraulic components and miniature pumps
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Assessing leak rates or small airflow volumes in pneumatic or HVAC systems
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is at the 15.5°C reference for accurate conversion
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Recognize this conversion is optimal for small flow rates due to cubic inch per second suitability
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Consider possible variations in gasoline composition when performing critical calculations
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Verify measurement devices are calibrated for the appropriate reference conditions
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline being at 15.5°C due to temperature effects on density
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The cubic inch per second unit applies mainly to small volumetric flow rates
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Variation in gasoline composition may impact the precision of converted values
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Measurement uncertainty should be taken into account for sensitive applications
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline temperature specified as 15.5°C in the pound/hour unit?
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The 15.5°C reference ensures the mass flow rate accounts for standard temperature conditions affecting gasoline density for accurate measurement and custody transfer.
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Can I use this converter for large flow rates?
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This conversion is best suited for small flow rates since the cubic inch per second unit is designed primarily for smaller volumetric measurements.
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Does gasoline composition affect the conversion?
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Yes, variations in gasoline composition can influence density and thus affect the accuracy of the conversion from mass flow to volumetric flow.
Key Terminology
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Pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit indicating pounds of gasoline passing a point each hour, adjusted to a standard temperature of 15.5°C for density consistency.
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Cubic inch per second [in³/s]
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing the volume in cubic inches passing a point every second, commonly used for small flows in imperial units.
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Custody transfer
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The process of measuring and verifying quantities of fluid during transfer from one party to another, often requiring standardized conditions.