Volume Converter
Convert between different volume and capacity units including liters, gallons, cups, milliliters, fluid ounces, and more. Perfect for cooking, fuel calculations, beverages, and scientific measurements.
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Volume & Capacity Units Guide
Volume measures the amount of space occupied by a liquid, gas, or solid. Different regions and applications use various units, with metric (liters) and imperial (gallons, cups) being most common.
Common Volume Units
Liter (L)
SI unit, used worldwide for beverages, fuel, and general measurements
US Gallon
Common in US for fuel, milk, and large liquid quantities
UK Gallon
Used in UK and some Commonwealth countries (20% larger than US gallon)
Cup (US)
Standard cooking measurement in US recipes
Milliliter (mL)
Precise measurements for medicine, cooking, and small quantities
Conversion Factors
| From | To | Multiply by |
|---|---|---|
| Liter | US Gallon | 0.264172 |
| US Gallon | Liter | 3.78541 |
| US Cup | Milliliter | 236.588 |
| UK Gallon | US Gallon | 1.20095 |
| Fluid Ounce (US) | Milliliter | 29.5735 |
System Differences
- US vs UK Gallon: US gallon is smaller (3.79L vs 4.55L)
- US vs UK Cup: US cup = 240mL, UK cup = 250mL (metric)
- Fluid Ounce: US fl oz = 29.6mL, UK fl oz = 28.4mL
- Cooking: Always check recipe origin for correct measurements
Application Examples
Cooking
- • Recipe measurements
- • Ingredient scaling
- • Liquid ingredients
- • Baking precision
Automotive
- • Fuel tank capacity
- • Fuel efficiency
- • Engine oil volume
- • Coolant capacity
Beverages
- • Serving sizes
- • Container volumes
- • Recipe scaling
- • Nutritional info
Scientific
- • Laboratory measurements
- • Chemical solutions
- • Precise dosing
- • Research protocols
Pro Tip
When following international recipes, always check whether measurements are US or metric. A US cup (240mL) differs from a metric cup (250mL), which can affect recipe outcomes.
Volume Converter Answers
What does the volume converter do?
It converts volume measurements from one unit to another, such as liters, milliliters, gallons, cubic meters, cups, and more.
Which volume units can I convert between?
Common units include liters (L), milliliters (mL), gallons (US and UK), cubic meters (m³), cubic centimeters (cm³), cups, pints, and fluid ounces.
Is the converter precise for cooking and scientific use?
Yes. It provides accurate conversions suitable for cooking recipes, laboratory measurements, and engineering calculations.
Can I use decimal values in the conversion?
Absolutely. The tool supports decimal inputs and outputs to ensure precise volume conversions.