What Is This Tool?
This unit converter lets you transform flow measurements from pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C), a mass flow unit referenced to a standard temperature for gasoline, into cubic meter per minute, a unit expressing volumetric flow rate. It helps translate mass-based gasoline flow rates into volumetric values for engineering and operational uses.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Select the source unit as pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Choose cubic meter per minute as the target unit
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Click convert to see the volumetric flow rate equivalent
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Use the result in design, performance, or operational calculations
Key Features
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Converts gasoline flow rate units from pound/hour at 15.5°C to cubic meter per minute
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Supports petroleum pipeline custody transfer and fuel consumption analysis
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Shows conversions useful for HVAC airflow balancing and industrial fluid handling
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Based on reference temperature-corrected gasoline density
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User-friendly and browser-based conversion tool
Examples
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100 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.00102253 cubic meter/minute
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500 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.00511265 cubic meter/minute
Common Use Cases
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Custody-transfer and metering of gasoline in pipelines and tanker trucks with temperature correction
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Specifying fuel supply rates for engines, generators, and industrial burners based on mass flow
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Calibrating flow meters and verifying fuel delivery systems requiring temperature-referenced measurements
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Balancing airflow rates in HVAC systems and building ventilation
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Sizing pumps, compressors, and piping in water and industrial fluid systems
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is close to 15.5°C for accurate conversions
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Use mass flow data from calibrated and temperature-compensated equipment
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Apply conversion results for steady-state flow conditions
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Cross-check volumetric flow results when temperature or pressure varies significantly
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Combine with system-specific parameters for precise engineering analysis
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on gasoline density at the referenced 15.5°C temperature
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Variations in temperature or gasoline composition can affect conversion precision
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Conversion assumes stable conditions and may not apply during transient flows
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Does not account for temperature or pressure changes affecting volumetric flow
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the gasoline temperature referenced at 15.5°C in the pound/hour unit?
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The 15.5°C reference standardizes gasoline density for mass flow measurement and ensures accurate custody transfer and engineering calculations by correcting for temperature effects.
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Can this converter be used for other liquids besides gasoline?
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This conversion specifically accounts for gasoline at 15.5°C; using it for other liquids or temperatures may lead to inaccuracies due to differing densities.
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What applications benefit most from converting from pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) to cubic meter/minute?
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Applications include pipeline custody transfer, fuel consumption analysis, HVAC airflow balancing, and industrial fluid handling where mass and volumetric flow rates need correlation.
Key Terminology
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Pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A unit representing the mass flow rate of gasoline corrected to a standard temperature of 15.5°C for density and temperature-related calculations.
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Cubic meter per minute
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A volumetric flow unit measuring the volume of fluid passing through a point each minute, commonly used in engineering contexts.
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Custody-transfer
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The process of accurately measuring and recording the quantity of a product, such as gasoline, during ownership transfer, often temperature-corrected.