What Is This Tool?
This online unit converter allows users to convert flow measurements of gasoline mass flows specifically from pound per second to kilogram per day. The tool accounts for gasoline density standardized at a reference temperature of 15.5°C, making it suitable for petroleum industry applications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in pound/second for gasoline flow at 15.5°C
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Select the target unit as kilogram/day for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent flow rate in kilogram/day
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Use the conversion factor of 1 pound/second = 39190.380764 kilogram/day for manual calculations
Key Features
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Converts mass flow rates between pound/second and kilogram/day for gasoline at 15.5°C
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Accounts for temperature-dependent gasoline density correction
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Ideal for custody transfer, inventory management, and fuel performance analysis
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Browser-based and easy to use without requiring additional software
Examples
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Convert 0.5 pound/second × 39190.380764 = 19595.19 kilogram/day
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Convert 2 pound/second × 39190.380764 = 78380.76 kilogram/day
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and terminal or pipeline measurement where mass flow is standardized for inventory and billing
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Engine test measurements and fuel consumption reporting to avoid density variability with temperature
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Sizing and performance evaluation of fuel pumps and delivery systems in petroleum and automotive engineering
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Inventory reconciliation and throughput reporting at fuel depots and refineries
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is maintained at 15.5°C for accurate density correction
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Use this conversion specifically for gasoline and avoid applying it to other fluids
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Consider measurement time intervals carefully due to differences in seconds versus days
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Verify units before conversion to maintain consistency in reporting mass flow rates
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy reliant on maintaining the reference temperature of 15.5°C for gasoline
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Specifically applicable to gasoline; not suitable for other liquids
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Time scale differences (second to day) may impact interpretation of short- or long-duration measurements
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the reference temperature 15.5°C important in this conversion?
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The reference temperature of 15.5°C standardizes gasoline density, ensuring consistent mass-to-volume relationships for accurate measurement and billing.
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Can this conversion be used for fluids other than gasoline?
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No. This conversion is specific to gasoline conditioned at 15.5°C and does not apply to other fluids.
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What is the conversion factor from pound/second to kilogram/day for gasoline at 15.5°C?
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The conversion factor is 1 pound/second equals 39190.380764 kilogram/day for gasoline at 15.5°C.
Key Terminology
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Pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate representing pounds of gasoline passing a point each second, adjusted for gasoline density at 15.5°C.
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Kilogram/day (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate indicating kilograms of gasoline passing a point each day, standardized at 15.5°C temperature.
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Reference Temperature
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The fixed temperature of 15.5°C used to correct gasoline density for consistent mass and volume conversions.