What Is This Tool?
This tool converts fluid flow measurements from pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C), a mass-based unit standard for gasoline at a specified temperature, into gallon (UK)/second, a volumetric rate in imperial units. It assists users in translating gasoline mass flow rates into commonly used imperial volume flow units.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the gasoline flow value in pound/hour referenced 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 gallon (UK)/second as the output unit
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Click convert to see the equivalent volumetric flow rate
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Use the result for engineering calculations, custody transfer, or system calibration
Key Features
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Converts mass flow rate of gasoline at 15.5°C to volumetric flow in UK gallons per second
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Supports petroleum custody transfer and fuel metering applications
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Facilitates design and calibration of pumps and fuel delivery systems
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Browser-based and simple to use
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Relies on industry-standard temperature correction for gasoline density
Examples
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100 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to 0.00374876 gallon (UK)/second
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500 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals 0.0187438 gallon (UK)/second
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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Estimating fuel consumption for engines and industrial burners using mass flow data
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Calibration of flow meters requiring standardized gasoline mass flows
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Specifying pump and meter capacities in British waterworks using imperial units
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Reporting flow rates in firefighting and water supply systems that use UK gallons
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline temperature reference is 15.5°C for accurate conversion
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Use this converter only for gasoline or fluids specified at the given standard temperature
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Cross-check flow rates when switching between mass and volumetric units
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Apply this tool during custody transfer to maintain standardized reporting
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Consult system documentation to confirm unit compliance and measurement methods
Limitations
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Conversion depends on gasoline density at 15.5°C; deviations affect accuracy
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The tool bridges different measurement types: mass flow versus volume flow
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Applying this conversion to substances other than gasoline can cause errors
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Temperature variations outside the standard 15.5°C reference may invalidate results
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the gasoline temperature of 15.5°C important for this conversion?
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The temperature of 15.5°C standardizes gasoline density, ensuring consistent mass-to-volume flow conversions vital for custody and engineering calculations.
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Can this tool convert other fluids besides gasoline?
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No, it is designed specifically for gasoline flow referenced at 15.5°C; using other fluids may produce inaccurate conversions.
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What does one gallon (UK)/second represent?
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It represents the flow of one imperial gallon of fluid per second, where one imperial gallon equals 4.54609 litres.
Key Terminology
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pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A unit of gasoline mass flow rate where one pound of gasoline passes a point each hour at 15.5°C temperature reference.
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gallon (UK)/second
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Volumetric flow rate of fluid passing a point each second, with one UK gallon equal to 4.54609 litres.
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Conversion Rate
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The factor used to convert pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) to gallon (UK)/second, equal to 0.0000374876 gallon (UK)/second per pound/hour.