Volume Converter
Convert volume units instantly between liters, gallons, cups, and more. Ideal for recipes, science, and engineering
Metric Units
US Liquid Units
Imperial Units
Industrial Units
Other Units
Understanding Volume Units
- Metric System: Based on liters (L) and milliliters (ml)
- US System: Uses gallons, quarts, pints, and cups
- Imperial System: British units, slightly different from US
- Cubic Units: Based on length cubed (cm³, m³, in³)
Common Applications
- Cooking and baking recipes
- Chemical and pharmaceutical dosing
- Fuel consumption and efficiency
- Construction and engineering
Conversion Tips
Cooking Conversions
1 cup (US) = 240ml, 1 tablespoon = 15ml, 1 teaspoon = 5ml. These are essential for recipe conversions.
Fuel Efficiency
US gallon ≠Imperial gallon. US gallon is smaller (3.785L vs 4.546L), affecting fuel economy calculations.
Scientific Precision
For laboratory work, use metric units (ml, L) for consistency and precision in measurements.
Volume Conversion Facts
Historical Context: The liter was originally defined as the volume of one kilogram of water at maximum density, making it closely tied to the metric system's mass unit.
International Standards: The liter is accepted for use with SI units, though the cubic meter is the official SI unit for volume. 1 liter = 0.001 cubic meters.
Practical Differences: US and Imperial systems differ significantly in volume measurements. Always specify which system you're using to avoid confusion in international contexts.
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