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Cylindrical tank capacity refers to the volume of liquid that a cylindrical container can hold, typically measured in liters. This calculation is essential for water storage, industrial applications, and residential water systems.
The calculator uses the cylindrical volume formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates the volume of a cylinder and converts it from cubic meters to liters, providing the total liquid capacity.
Details: Accurate tank capacity calculation is crucial for proper water storage planning, determining water supply duration, industrial process design, and ensuring adequate water reserves for residential and commercial needs.
Tips: Enter the radius and height in meters. Ensure measurements are accurate and use decimal points for precise calculations. Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: Why convert from cubic meters to liters?
A: Liters are the standard unit for liquid volume measurement, making it easier to understand and work with for water storage applications.
Q2: What if my tank measurements are in centimeters?
A: Convert centimeters to meters by dividing by 100 before entering values (e.g., 150 cm = 1.5 m).
Q3: Does this work for partially filled tanks?
A: This calculator provides total capacity. For partial fills, you would need to calculate the volume of the filled portion separately.
Q4: How accurate is the π value used?
A: We use 3.1416 which provides sufficient accuracy for most practical tank capacity calculations.
Q5: Can this be used for other liquids besides water?
A: Yes, the capacity in liters is the same regardless of the liquid type, as it measures volume, not weight.