1. What is Tank Capacity?

Tank capacity refers to the volume of liquid that a tank can hold. For cylindrical tanks, this is calculated using the standard volume formula for cylinders, which considers the tank's radius and height.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the cylindrical volume formula:

Where:

• \( \pi \) — Mathematical constant (3.1416)
• \( r \) — Radius of the tank base (meters)
• \( h \) — Height of the tank (meters)

Explanation: The formula calculates the cross-sectional area of the circular base (πr²) and multiplies it by the height to determine the total volume.

3. Importance of Tank Capacity Calculation

Details: Accurate tank capacity calculation is essential for storage planning, liquid inventory management, industrial processes, and ensuring proper sizing for specific applications.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter radius and height in meters. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator uses π = 3.1416 for calculations.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What units should I use for measurements?
A: The calculator expects meters for both radius and height, and returns cubic meters (m³) for capacity.

Q2: Can this calculator be used for non-cylindrical tanks?
A: No, this calculator is specifically designed for cylindrical tanks. Other tank shapes require different formulas.

Q3: How accurate is the calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically precise for perfect cylinders. Real-world tanks may have variations due to manufacturing tolerances.

Q4: What if my tank has different units?
A: Convert all measurements to meters before using the calculator, or convert the result from cubic meters to your desired unit.

Q5: Why is π value set to 3.1416?
A: This provides sufficient precision for most practical engineering and storage applications while maintaining calculation simplicity.