What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms gasoline flow rates measured in pound per hour at a standard temperature of 15.5 °C into liter per hour volumetric flow units. It is designed to support accurate translation from mass-based measurements to volume-based metrics for fuel and liquid management.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the gasoline flow rate value in pound/hour measured at 15.5 °C
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Select the input unit as pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Choose liter/hour [L/h] as the output unit
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Review the converted volumetric flow rate displayed in liter/hour
Key Features
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Converts gasoline mass flow rates referenced to 15.5 °C into volumetric flow rates in liters per hour
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Supports custody-transfer, metering, and engine fuel consumption calculations
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Provides easy input and instant conversion results for industrial and laboratory applications
Examples
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5 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to approximately 3.0676 liter/hour
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10 pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to approximately 6.1352 liter/hour
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer measurement and flow metering of gasoline in pipelines and tanker trucks with temperature correction
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Fuel consumption calculations for small engines, generators, and industrial burners using mass-based data
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Calibration and verification of flow meters and fuel delivery systems requiring temperature-referenced mass flows
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Setting dosing rates for chemicals and fertilizers in volumetric terms for process control and agriculture
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline flow rates are referenced to the 15.5 °C standard temperature for accurate conversion
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Use this tool primarily for gasoline, as conversion accuracy depends on specific fuel properties
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Cross-verify flow meter calibration when applying conversion results to custody or regulatory purposes
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Consider temperature variations and gasoline composition changes when interpreting volumetric flows
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy is dependent on the gasoline density at the standard temperature of 15.5 °C
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Results may be less accurate if the gasoline composition or temperature varies significantly from the reference
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This conversion applies specifically to gasoline and should not be used for other liquids without adjustments
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature reference of 15.5 °C important in this conversion?
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The 15.5 °C reference ensures consistency in gasoline density, allowing accurate conversion from mass to volume flow rates.
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Can I use this conversion for liquids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion is specific to gasoline and may not be accurate for other liquids without proper adjustments.
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What industries commonly use this conversion?
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It is widely used in petroleum custody transfer, engine fuel consumption calculations, and chemical dosing applications.
Key Terminology
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Pound/hour (Gasoline at 15.5 °C)
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A mass flow rate unit representing pounds of gasoline passing a point hourly, referenced to a standard temperature of 15.5 °C.
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Liter per hour [L/h]
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A volumetric flow rate unit measuring the volume of liquid passing a point each hour, commonly used in process and fuel applications.
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Custody Transfer
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The process of measuring and recording product quantities during ownership exchange, often involving temperature and density corrections.