What Is This Tool?
This converter changes flow rates from pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C), a mass flow rate unit specific to gasoline at a reference temperature, into ounce (UK)/minute, a volumetric flow unit used in imperial measurement systems.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) you want to convert.
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Select the from-unit as pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C).
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Choose ounce (UK)/minute as the target unit.
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent flow rate in the chosen unit.
Key Features
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Converts mass flow of gasoline at 15.5°C to imperial fluid ounces per minute.
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Supports applications in petroleum industry, fuel system design, and laboratory dosing.
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Browser-based and easy to use for quick unit translation.
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Uses a specific conversion factor tailored for gasoline at 15.5°C.
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Provides clear, practical examples for common values.
Examples
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0.5 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to 647.7853870432 ounce (UK)/minute.
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2 pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C) converts to 2591.1415481728 ounce (UK)/minute.
Common Use Cases
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Custody transfer and pipeline measurement where volume at 15.5°C is converted to mass for billing and inventory.
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Engine testing and fuel consumption reporting in mass per second for consistent density considerations.
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Sizing and performance evaluation of fuel pumps and delivery systems in automotive and petroleum engineering.
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Calibration of laboratory dosing pumps using imperial volume units.
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Measuring low liquid flow rates in beverage, brewing, household appliances, and irrigation systems.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure gasoline temperature is consistent at 15.5°C for accurate mass flow measurement.
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Use the converter when imperial volumetric units are required or preferred for documentation.
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Be aware of the difference between mass flow and volumetric flow when making comparisons.
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Apply this conversion mainly in contexts involving gasoline or similar fluids conditioned to the reference temperature.
Limitations
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Accuracy depends on maintaining gasoline at the reference temperature of 15.5°C due to density effects.
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Conversion involves mass to volumetric flow, so fluid density and temperature variations can affect results.
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Direct comparisons may be imprecise if temperatures or fluid properties differ from reference conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the temperature condition of 15.5°C important in this conversion?
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The temperature of 15.5°C standardizes gasoline density, allowing mass flow measurements to be accurate and comparable by accounting for temperature-dependent density changes.
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Can I use this converter for fluids other than gasoline?
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This converter is specifically designed for gasoline at 15.5°C because the conversion rate depends on fluid density at that temperature.
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What is the significance of converting from mass flow to volumetric flow?
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Converting from mass flow to volumetric flow translates the amount of fuel by weight into a volume-based measurement, which is often required for operational or regulatory purposes where volume is tracked.
Key Terminology
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Pound/second (Gasoline at 15.5°C)
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A mass flow rate that measures pounds of gasoline passing a point per second, referencing gasoline at 15.5°C to maintain consistent density.
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Ounce (UK)/minute
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A volumetric flow unit measuring one UK imperial fluid ounce passing a point every minute.