What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms mass flow rates of gasoline measured in pounds per hour at a standard temperature of 15.5 °C into volumetric flow rates expressed in US gallons per hour. It supports users in fuel custody transfer, flow metering, and performance calculations involving gasoline.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the gasoline flow rate value in pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Select the target unit as gallon (US)/hour [gal (US)/h]
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Click convert to obtain the equivalent volumetric flow rate
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Use the conversion results for reporting, calibration, or equipment specifications
Key Features
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Converts gasoline flow rates from mass-based pound/hour to volume-based US gallon/hour units
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References gasoline density at 15.5 °C for accurate, temperature-corrected conversions
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Suitable for custody transfer, equipment calibration, and fuel consumption reporting
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Shows example conversions to illustrate practical usage
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Browser-based and easy to use for industry professionals and others
Examples
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10 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 1.62 gallon (US)/hour
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50 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to about 8.10 gallon (US)/hour
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and metering of gasoline in pipelines, terminals, or tanker trucks with temperature correction
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Fuel consumption reporting for engines, generators, and industrial burners using mass flow data
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Calibration and verification of flow meters and fuel delivery systems requiring mass-based measurements adjusted for temperature
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Calculation of low-flow rates in small pumps or dosing systems in industrial and HVAC applications
Tips & Best Practices
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Always ensure gasoline density is referenced at 15.5 °C for accuracy
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Use this conversion only for gasoline flow rates; do not apply to other fluids or temperatures without proper adjustment
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Cross-check converted values when using in custody transfer or legal reporting
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Use the conversion formula provided to understand underlying calculations
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Apply the tool results as a guide in calibration and equipment specification processes
Limitations
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Conversion depends on gasoline being at the standard temperature of 15.5 °C; variations affect accuracy
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Not applicable to other fuel types or fluids without correcting for density and temperature
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Precision relies on consistent gasoline composition and reference conditions
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Should not replace actual measurements where exact flow data are required
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline temperature referenced at 15.5 °C in this conversion?
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The temperature reference at 15.5 °C is used to standardize density and temperature corrections for accurate mass-to-volume flow conversions in custody and engineering calculations.
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Can this conversion be used for fuels other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion is specific to gasoline at 15.5 °C and should not be applied to other fuels or fluids without adjustment for their properties.
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What is the conversion factor from pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5 °C) to gallon (US)/hour?
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The conversion factor is 1 pound/hour equals approximately 0.1620745543 gallon (US)/hour.
Key Terminology
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Pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5 °C)
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A mass flow rate unit representing one pound of gasoline passing a point every hour, referenced to a standard temperature of 15.5 °C for density correction.
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Gallon (US)/hour [gal (US)/h]
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A volumetric flow rate measuring the number of US liquid gallons passing a point each hour, commonly used in fuel flow measurements.
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Custody Transfer
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The process of transferring ownership and measurement responsibility of fuel, where precise flow measurements are critical.