What Is This Tool?
This unit converter facilitates transforming mass flow rates of gasoline specified at 15.5 ºC into volumetric flow rates measured in cubic meters per second. It supports conversions vital for engineering, hydrology, and fuel management by translating between mass transport and volume flow.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5ºC) you wish to convert.
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Select the target unit as cubic meter/second [m^3/s].
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Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent volumetric flow rate.
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Use the result for engineering design, operational monitoring, or fuel accounting.
Key Features
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Converts from mass flow (pound/second of gasoline at 15.5ºC) to volumetric flow (cubic meter/second).
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Based on a standardized temperature reference to ensure consistent density assumptions.
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Useful for petroleum custody transfer, engine testing, and pump system specification.
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Supports engineering applications requiring volume-based flow rate analysis.
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Displays conversions using a fixed, recognized conversion rate.
Examples
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10 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5ºC) converts to 0.006135189 cubic meter/second.
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50 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5ºC) converts to 0.030675945 cubic meter/second.
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and pipeline measurement converting volumetric flow at 15.5 ºC into mass for billing and inventory.
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Fuel-consumption measurements in engine testing reported as mass flow to avoid volume variations with temperature.
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Designing and specifying fuel pumps and delivery systems in petroleum and automotive engineering.
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Measuring fluid discharge for hydraulic system and turbine capacity evaluations.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is at or close to 15.5 ºC to maintain conversion accuracy.
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Use the tool for standard density-based flow conversions to avoid errors from fuel composition changes.
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Complement volume flow measurements with mass flow data when precise control is required.
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Verify unit selections carefully to align with engineering and operational standards.
Limitations
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The conversion assumes the gasoline density is standardized at 15.5 ºC; variations in temperature or fuel properties may impact results.
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Does not adjust for compressibility or phase changes, which may be relevant in specific engineering scenarios.
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Volume flow values do not replace mass flow measurements in all contexts where density can fluctuate.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline specified at 15.5ºC for this conversion?
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Gasoline density varies with temperature, so 15.5 ºC is used as a reference temperature to standardize mass flow measurements and ensure consistent conversions.
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Can this converter be used for fluids other than gasoline?
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This tool specifically applies to gasoline at 15.5 ºC; using it for other fluids without adjustment may lead to inaccurate results due to different densities.
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What should I consider when converting to volumetric flow for engineering design?
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Confirm that the input conditions match the standard reference, and remember that volumetric flow does not account for fluid compressibility or state changes.
Key Terminology
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Pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5ºC)
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A measurement of mass flow rate indicating pounds of gasoline passing per second, referenced at 15.5 ºC to incorporate standard density.
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Cubic meter/second [m^3/s]
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An SI derived unit quantifying volumetric flow rate, defined as the volume of fluid in cubic meters passing through a cross-section each second.
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Conversion rate
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The fixed factor 0.0006135189 indicating how many cubic meters per second correspond to one pound per second of gasoline at 15.5 ºC.