What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms flow measurements from pound/second of gasoline at a reference temperature of 15.5°C into US gallons per hour, facilitating conversions between mass and volume flow rates important in fuel management and engineering.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the flow value in pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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Select pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) as the input unit
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Choose gallon (US)/hour as the output unit
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Click convert to obtain the equivalent volumetric flow rate in gallons per hour
Key Features
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Converts mass flow rate of gasoline at 15.5°C to volumetric flow in US gallons per hour
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Accounts for temperature-specific density of gasoline in conversions
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Supports applications in fuel consumption, inventory control, and pump sizing
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Provides quick and accurate unit conversions for petroleum and automotive industries
Examples
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0.5 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to approximately 291.7342 gallon (US)/hour
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2 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to approximately 1166.9368 gallon (US)/hour
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and terminal measurements where mass flow is converted to volume for billing
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Engine testing and fuel consumption tracking based on mass flow rates
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Fuel pump sizing and performance evaluation in automotive and petroleum engineering
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Fuel burn rate calculations for aviation, marine, and portable generator engines
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Flow specifications for small pumps and dosing systems in industrial and HVAC settings
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is at the reference 15.5°C for accurate conversion results
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Use this converter when converting mass flow rates to volumetric flows for reporting and inventory
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Avoid applying this conversion to liquids other than gasoline without proper adjustments
Limitations
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The conversion assumes gasoline is at the specified reference temperature, affecting accuracy if temperature varies
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This unit conversion is specific to gasoline and does not apply to other fluids without modification
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Volumetric units such as gallons per hour may not capture changes in fuel quality or composition based on mass
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature of gasoline important in this conversion?
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Gasoline density varies with temperature, so specifying 15.5°C ensures consistent and meaningful conversions between mass and volume flow rates.
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Can I use this conversion for other fuels or liquids?
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No, this conversion is designed specifically for gasoline at 15.5°C and may not be accurate for other substances without adjustment.
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What applications benefit from converting pound/second to gallons per hour?
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Applications include fuel consumption reporting, custody transfer, fuel pump sizing, engine testing, and chemical dosing where volumetric flow rates are needed.
Key Terminology
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Pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate indicating pounds of gasoline per second at a standard temperature accounting for density changes.
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Gallon (US)/hour
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A volumetric flow rate showing how many US liquid gallons pass a point in one hour, used often in fuel consumption contexts.
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Reference Temperature
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The specified temperature (15.5°C) used to standardize gasoline density for accurate flow conversion.