What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow measurements from the mass flow rate unit pound/second specific to gasoline at 15.5°C into the volumetric rate barrel (US) per hour, facilitating conversions in petroleum and fuel measurement contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow rate value in pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Select pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the source unit
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Choose barrel (US)/hour [bbl (US)/h] as the target unit
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Click convert to obtain the corresponding volumetric flow rate
Key Features
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Converts gasoline mass flow at reference temperature to volumetric flow rate in barrels per hour
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Supports accurate reporting for custody transfer, terminal operations, and fuel consumption tracking
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface for quick unit conversion
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Includes specific handling for gasoline conditioned at 15.5 °C to maintain density consistency
Examples
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1 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 13.89 barrel (US)/hour
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5 pounds/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to about 69.46 barrel (US)/hour
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and terminal or pipeline measurement where converting volumetric flow to mass is essential for billing and inventory
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Engine testing and fuel consumption assessment reporting fuel mass delivered per second to avoid temperature-related volume errors
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Design and performance evaluation of fuel pumps and delivery systems in petroleum and automotive engineering
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Reporting crude oil or refined product production and output rates in petroleum operations
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Setting refinery and terminal throughput and processing rates
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Sizing pumping and loading rates at pipelines and terminals
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline is conditioned at 15.5 °C when using this conversion to maintain accuracy
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Use volumetric and mass flow conversions consistently in reporting for clear communication between systems
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Consider temperature and composition variations that may influence density when interpreting results
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Verify units carefully before conversion to avoid misinterpretation in technical applications
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on gasoline being precisely at 15.5 °C to maintain consistent density values
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Differences in temperature or gasoline formulation can impact the mass-to-volume relationship and thus affect conversion results
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Volume units like barrel (US)/hour do not represent actual mass without considering temperature and density changes
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline temperature specified at 15.5 °C in this conversion?
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Because gasoline density varies with temperature, specifying 15.5 °C provides a standard reference to ensure consistent mass flow measurement and conversion.
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Can this conversion be used for fuels other than gasoline?
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This conversion specifically applies to gasoline conditioned at 15.5 °C, so using it for other fuels or conditions might lead to inaccuracies.
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What is the conversion factor from pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) to barrel (US)/hour?
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One pound/second of gasoline at 15.5 °C equals approximately 13.8921 barrel (US) per hour.
Key Terminology
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Pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate specifying pounds of gasoline passed per second, adjusted for temperature to maintain consistent density.
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Barrel (US)/hour [bbl (US)/h]
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A volumetric flow rate denoting the number of U.S. oil barrels passing a point per hour, used in petroleum industry measurements.
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Custody Transfer
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The process of transferring product ownership where precise flow measurement is critical for billing and inventory.