What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms flow measurements from pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C), a mass flow rate accounting for temperature-dependent density of gasoline, into cubic centimeter/hour, a volumetric flow unit suited for very low flow rates. It helps translate mass flow data into precise volumetric terms necessary for various technical and scientific fields.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) you wish to convert
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Select pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the input unit
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Choose cubic centimeter/hour as the target output unit
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent flow in cubic centimeter/hour
Key Features
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Converts mass flow rate of gasoline at 15.5°C to volumetric flow in cubic centimeters per hour
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Suitable for applications in petroleum, automotive, medical, and microfluidic fields
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Browser-based and easy to use without installation
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Provides clear conversion results based on standardized definitions
Examples
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0.5 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to approximately 1,104,334 cubic centimeter/hour
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2 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to about 4,417,336 cubic centimeter/hour
Common Use Cases
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Converting mass flow measurements of gasoline in custody transfer and pipeline monitoring for billing and inventory
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Measuring engine fuel consumption and fuel delivery where mass flow avoids volume changes due to temperature
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Designing and specifying fuel pumps and systems in petroleum and automotive engineering
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Setting very low infusion rates in medical pumps for neonatal or drug microdosing applications
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Conducting microfluidic experiments and tests with precision syringe or peristaltic pumps
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Determining small leak or dispensing rates in lubricant and adhesive engineering tests
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the gasoline temperature is close to the reference 15.5°C to maintain conversion relevance
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Use cubic centimeter/hour for quantifying very low flow rates to avoid unwieldy numbers
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Confirm that you are converting between mass flow and volumetric flow correctly to prevent misinterpretation
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Apply this conversion primarily where precise volumetric comparisons or controls are required
Limitations
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Conversion relies on gasoline density at 15.5 °C; variations in temperature or fuel composition may reduce accuracy
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Cubic centimeter/hour is optimal for very low flows; conversion of high flows may result in large, cumbersome values
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Users must carefully distinguish between mass flow and volumetric flow units to avoid errors in process control or billing
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the gasoline temperature specified as 15.5°C in this conversion?
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The temperature of 15.5°C is used as a reference to account for gasoline's temperature-dependent density, ensuring consistent mass flow measurements.
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Can this conversion be used for fluids other than gasoline?
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No, this conversion specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5°C due to its density characteristics; other fluids require different parameters.
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Is cubic centimeter/hour suitable for high flow rates?
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No, cubic centimeter/hour is best for very low flow rates, and conversions involving high flows can produce excessively large numbers.
Key Terminology
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Pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate measuring pounds of gasoline passing a point per second at a reference temperature of 15.5 °C to account for its density changes.
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Cubic centimeter/hour
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A volumetric flow unit representing the passage of one cubic centimeter (one milliliter) of fluid per hour, used for very low steady flows.
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Mass flow rate
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The amount of mass passing through a point per unit time.
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Volumetric flow rate
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The volume of fluid passing through a point per unit time.