Cylinder tool directory
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Every tool has its own checked formula, worked example, interactive graph, physical validation and practical limitations.
Volume in litresConvert circular tank and container dimensions into litres without mixing linear and cubic units. Volume in gallonsCalculate cylindrical capacity with an explicit choice between US liquid gallons and imperial gallons. Volume in millilitresFind small cylindrical capacities in millilitres from independently selected length units. Volume to fluid ouncesConvert cylinder volume to US or imperial fluid ounces without confusing volume with mass ounces. Using diameterCalculate volume directly from diameter and perpendicular height. Using radiusUse radius and perpendicular height in the standard cylinder volume formula. By circumferenceFind cylinder volume when wrapping a tape around the circular base is easier than locating its centre. From base areaMultiply a known circular base area by perpendicular height, with explicit square-unit handling. From surface areaDerive the missing radius or height from total surface area, then calculate volume. Formula derivationUnderstand why V = πr²h follows from equal circular slices rather than memorising it. Using integrationSee the cylinder formula as a definite integral of constant circular cross-sectional area. Measurement guideChoose radius, diameter, circumference and perpendicular height measurements that match the volume you need. Tank calculatorCalculate full and partial capacity for a horizontal cylindrical tank and compare fill percentage. Hollow cylinderSubtract the interior void from the outer cylinder to find pipe or sleeve material volume. Right cylinderCalculate a right cylinder whose axis is perpendicular to its two circular bases. Horizontal cylinderCalculate full capacity and liquid volume at any valid depth in a level horizontal cylinder. Vertical cylinderFind total capacity, current liquid volume and fill percentage for an upright cylindrical tank. Cylinder vs coneCompare a cylinder and cone that share the same circular base and perpendicular height. Cylinder vs sphereCompare a sphere with its snug enclosing cylinder, whose radius is r and height is 2r. Volume to massMultiply cylindrical volume by material density to estimate mass with explicit units. Without heightUnderstand when volume is undetermined and solve height when volume and radius are known. Without radiusSolve the inverse cylinder formula when volume and perpendicular height are known. Open cylinder wallsSeparate lateral surface area, enclosed capacity and optional wall-material volume for an open cylindrical shell.
Not sure which tool fits?
If you know radius or diameter and height, use the main calculator. If you know volume and need a missing dimension, use an inverse tool. For liquid depth in a tank, choose the orientation before calculating.
Directory reviewed 2026-11-05. English routes only; untranslated pages are not listed as localized equivalents.