1. What is the Volume Calculation?

The volume calculation determines the capacity of a rectangular tank in litres based on its dimensions in meters. This is useful for water storage, aquarium sizing, industrial tanks, and other liquid containment applications.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the volume formula:

Where:

• \( V \) — Volume in litres
• \( L \) — Length in meters
• \( W \) — Width in meters
• \( H \) — Height in meters

Explanation: The formula calculates cubic meters first (L×W×H) then converts to litres by multiplying by 1000 (since 1 cubic meter = 1000 litres).

3. Importance of Volume Calculation

Details: Accurate volume calculation is essential for proper tank sizing, liquid storage planning, dosage calculations, and ensuring adequate capacity for various applications.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter all dimensions in meters. Measurements should be internal dimensions for accurate capacity calculation. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why multiply by 1000?
A: The multiplication converts cubic meters to litres (1 cubic meter = 1000 litres).

Q2: Does this work for cylindrical tanks?
A: No, this calculator is for rectangular tanks only. Cylindrical tanks require a different formula (πr²h×1000).

Q3: Should I use internal or external dimensions?
A: For capacity calculation, always use internal dimensions to account for tank wall thickness.

Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically precise for perfect rectangular shapes. Real-world tanks may have slight variations.

Q5: Can this be used for irregular shapes?
A: No, irregular shapes require more complex calculations or physical measurement methods.