What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms mass flow rates of gasoline specified at a reference temperature of 15.5 °C into volumetric flow rates expressed in US gallons per day. It is useful for translating measurements between mass-based and volume-based units commonly used in petroleum engineering, automotive, and fluid handling applications.
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 the source unit as pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Select the target unit as gallon (US)/day [gal (US)/d]
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Click convert to get the equivalent volumetric flow rate
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Use the result for reporting, process control, or comparison purposes
Key Features
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Converts pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) to gallon (US)/day [gal (US)/d]
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Accounts for gasoline density at 15.5 °C to standardize flow rates
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Facilitates reporting and regulatory compliance in fuel measurement
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Supports flow unit conversions used in custody transfer and fuel consumption testing
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface
Examples
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0.5 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 7001.62 gallon (US)/day
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2 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) equals approximately 28006.48 gallon (US)/day
Common Use Cases
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Converting gasoline mass flow rates to volume flow for custody transfer and inventory control
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Fuel consumption measurements in engine testing to avoid density-related effects
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Sizing and performance evaluation of fuel pumps and delivery systems
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Reporting daily water consumption or chemical dosing rates in low flow applications
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Evaluating small-scale pumping tests and leak rate specifications
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline is conditioned at 15.5 °C to maintain conversion accuracy
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Use this conversion for flow rates within the low volumetric range suitable for gallons per day
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Verify the temperature and composition of the fuel when applying this conversion in different conditions
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Apply corrections if gasoline density varies significantly from the reference temperature
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Use this tool alongside other industry-standard measurement practices for critical applications
Limitations
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Conversion is temperature-specific to gasoline at 15.5 °C and deviations affect results
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Mass to volume conversion depends on density; changes can cause inaccuracies
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Gallons (US)/day is a low-range unit not suitable for high flow rates without adjustment
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is gasoline density specified at 15.5 °C for this conversion?
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Specifying gasoline density at 15.5 °C standardizes measurements because temperature affects fuel density, ensuring consistent mass to volume conversion.
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Can this tool convert flow rates for other fuels besides gasoline?
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This converter is specifically designed for gasoline conditioned at 15.5 °C; using it for other fuels or conditions may result in inaccurate conversions.
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Is gallon (US)/day unit suitable for high flow rate measurements?
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No, gallon (US)/day is a low-range volumetric unit and may not be practical for measuring high flow rates without proper scaling.
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 each second, standardized at 15.5 °C for consistent density.
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Gallon (US)/day [gal (US)/d]
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A volumetric flow rate unit representing one US liquid gallon of volume moving through a point every day.