Cylinder Volume Calculator

Enter value and click on calculate. Result will be displayed.

Formula:
Volume = π r2 h

Radius (r) :
Height (h) :
Result:
Volume of Cylinder (πr²h) :
Curved Surface Area
of Cylinder (2πrh) :
Total Surface Area
of Cylinder (2πr(h+r)) :

What is a Cylinder Volume Calculator?
A cylinder volume calculator is a tool or formula used to determine the amount of space (volume) inside a cylindrical shape. A cylinder is a three-dimensional shape with two parallel circular bases and a curved surface connecting them. The volume of a cylinder is the measure of how much material (like liquid, gas, or solid) it can hold.

Why use a Cylinder Volume Calculator?

  • Quick and accurate calculations: It saves time and reduces errors when measuring the capacity of cylindrical objects.
  • Practical applications: Used in construction, engineering, manufacturing, and everyday situations like measuring water tanks, pipes, and storage containers.
  • Design and planning: Helps with material estimates and space planning for cylindrical structures.

How does a Cylinder Volume Calculator work?
The formula for calculating the volume of a cylinder is:

V = πr²h

Where:

  • V = Volume of the cylinder
  • r = Radius of the circular base
  • h = Height of the cylinder
  • π ≈ 3.14159

Steps to calculate the volume:

  1. Measure the radius (rr r) of the circular base.
  2. Measure the height (hh h) of the cylinder.
  3. Square the radius: r².
  4. Multiply by π.
  5. Multiply by the height: V=πr²h.

Example Calculation:
For a cylinder with a radius of 5 cm and a height of 10 cm:

V = π × 5² × 10 = π × 25 × 10 = 250π ≈ 785.4 cm³

When is it used?

  • Construction: Calculating concrete needed for cylindrical columns.
  • Storage: Measuring the capacity of tanks, silos, and barrels.
  • Plumbing: Determining water flow capacity in pipes.
  • Manufacturing: Estimating material use in cylindrical product designs.
  • Science and education: Teaching volume calculations in math and physics.