What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow measurements of gasoline mass flow at a standardized 15.5°C temperature reference into volumetric flow rates expressed in UK gallons per minute. It is designed to facilitate the conversion between mass-based and volume-based flow units commonly employed in petroleum refining, distribution, and engineering.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in pound/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Select the target unit: gallon (UK)/minute.
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Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent volumetric flow rate.
Key Features
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Converts mass flow of gasoline at 15.5°C to volumetric flow in UK gallons per minute.
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Accounts for standardized temperature reference for consistent measurement.
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Browser-based and simple to use for practical engineering and metering applications.
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Supports precise translation between petroleum mass flow and imperial volumetric units.
Examples
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10 pound/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to 1.34955 gallon (UK)/minute.
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50 pound/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to 6.74776 gallon (UK)/minute.
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and invoicing where gasoline volumes are corrected for temperature and reported as mass flow.
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Metering, loading, and quality control operations at refineries or terminals.
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Engineering design such as pipeline sizing, pump selection, and fuel consumption assessments.
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Sizing pumps and plumbing fixtures in systems using imperial volumetric units.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline density is referenced to 15.5°C for accurate conversion results.
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Use this tool specifically for gasoline to avoid inaccuracies with other liquids.
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Match flow units to the system requirements to maintain consistency in engineering and reporting.
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Confirm regional unit preferences to apply appropriate measurement standards.
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on gasoline density referenced exactly to 15.5°C; deviations affect results.
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Conversion applies only to gasoline, not suitable for other liquids without adjustment.
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Regional differences between metric and imperial systems may restrict the use of this conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline density referenced to 15.5°C in this conversion?
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The 15.5°C reference standardizes gasoline volume and density, enabling consistent mass flow measurement unaffected by temperature variations.
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Can I use this converter for liquids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion is specific to gasoline. Other liquids require density adjustments to ensure accuracy.
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What industries commonly use this conversion?
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This conversion is widely used in petroleum refining, fuel metering, custody transfer, and engineering fields involving pipeline and pumping system design.
Key Terminology
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Pound/minute (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate unit expressing pounds of gasoline flowing per minute, corrected for density at a standard temperature of 15.5°C.
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Gallon (UK)/minute
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing the number of imperial gallons passing a point each minute.
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Density Reference Temperature
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The standardized temperature (15.5°C) used to correct gasoline volume and density for consistent measurement.