1. What is a Square Tank Volume Calculator?

Definition: This calculator estimates the volume of a square/rectangular tank in gallons based on its dimensions in meters.

Purpose: It helps engineers, designers, and tank owners determine the liquid capacity of square or rectangular tanks.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( V \) — Volume (gallons)
• \( L \) — Length (meters)
• \( W \) — Width (meters)
• \( H \) — Height (meters)
• 264.172 — Conversion factor (gallons per cubic meter)

Explanation: The calculator multiplies the three dimensions to get cubic meters, then converts to gallons.

3. Importance of Tank Volume Calculation

Details: Accurate volume calculations are essential for proper tank sizing, liquid storage planning, and process design.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter all dimensions in meters. The calculator automatically converts to gallons. All values must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why use 264.172 as the conversion factor?
A: This is the exact conversion from cubic meters to US gallons (1 m³ = 264.172 gallons).

Q2: Can I use feet instead of meters?
A: No, this calculator uses meters. For feet, you would use 7.48052 (gallons per cubic foot).

Q3: Does this work for cylindrical tanks?
A: No, this is for square/rectangular tanks only. Use a different formula for cylindrical tanks.

Q4: Does this include tank thickness?
A: No, this calculates internal volume. For external dimensions, subtract wall thickness.

Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It's mathematically precise for perfect cubes/rectangles. Real tanks may have slightly different capacities.