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PipeVolumeCalculator

Calculate the volume of water or fluid in pipes based on diameter and length. Useful for plumbing and irrigation projects.

Show common pipe sizes reference

Volume Results

Cubic Feet
8.727 ft³
Gallons (US)
65.28 gal
Liters
247.07 L

Common Pipe Sizes Reference

0.5" nominal0.245 gal/ft
0.75" nominal0.433 gal/ft
1" nominal0.755 gal/ft
1.5" nominal1.65 gal/ft
2" nominal2.72 gal/ft
3" nominal6.01 gal/ft
4" nominal10.33 gal/ft
6" nominal23.44 gal/ft

How It Works

Volume = π × r² × length
πPi (3.14159)

Constant for circle calculation

Radius squared

(diameter ÷ 2) in feet

LLength

Pipe length in feet

Quick Reference: Pipe Volume Terminology

ID (Inside Diameter)

Internal measurement determining flow capacity

OD (Outside Diameter)

External measurement for fitting selection

Nominal Size

Trade name close to actual ID

Schedule

Wall thickness rating (40, 80, etc.)

Cubic Foot

1728 cubic inches = 7.48 gallons

Flow Rate

Volume per time (GPM = gal/min)