Density g/mL to lb/gal Calculator by Tons of Concrete

Density Conversion Formula:

\[ \rho_{lb/gal} = \rho_{g/mL} \times 8.345 \]

Density in lb/gal:

Definition: This calculator converts density measurements from grams per milliliter (g/mL) to pounds per gallon (lb/gal).

Purpose: It helps scientists, engineers, and technicians working with fluids to convert between these common density units.

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ \rho_{lb/gal} = \rho_{g/mL} \times 8.345 \]

Where:

Explanation: The conversion factor accounts for both mass (grams to pounds) and volume (milliliters to gallons) conversions.

Details: Different industries use different units - scientific work often uses metric (g/mL) while industrial applications may use lb/gal.

Tips: Simply enter the density value in g/mL and the calculator will provide the equivalent in lb/gal.

Q1: Why is the conversion factor 8.345?
A: It combines 453.592 grams/pound and 3785.41 mL/gallon (1 lb = 453.592 g, 1 gal = 3785.41 mL).

Q2: What's the density of water in these units?
A: Water is 1 g/mL or approximately 8.345 lb/gal.

Q3: Is this conversion temperature dependent?
A: The conversion factor is constant, but density itself changes with temperature.

Q4: How precise is this conversion?
A: The factor 8.345 is precise enough for most applications (exact is 8.345404).

Q5: Can I convert lb/gal back to g/mL?
A: Yes, divide lb/gal by 8.345 to get g/mL.