Fuel Mass Flow Calculator
Converting Metered Volume Into Mass
Fuel meters often read in volume, but mass flow is what actually matters for combustion calculations and mass balances. This calculator converts between the two using fuel density.
The Formula
Mass Flow = Volumetric Flow × Fuel Density
Worked Example
A fuel oil flow of 10 m3/hr at a density of 850 kg/m3:
Mass Flow = 10 × 850 = 8,500 kg/hr
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the Volumetric Flow rate.
- Enter the Fuel Density at supply temperature.
- Select Calculate to get mass flow.
Related Calculations
Need to go the other direction? See the Fuel Volume Flow Calculator, or check gas density specifically in the Gas Density Calculator.