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The Fish Tank Water Volume Calculator estimates the usable water volume in an aquarium accounting for substrate displacement and water level. It provides accurate volume measurements for proper aquarium maintenance and stocking.
The calculator uses the aquarium volume formula:
Where:
Explanation: The 0.85 multiplier accounts for the space taken by substrate (gravel, sand) and the fact that aquariums are typically not filled to the very top, leaving room for equipment and preventing overflow.
Details: Knowing the exact water volume is crucial for proper medication dosing, determining appropriate fish stocking levels, calculating fertilizer requirements for planted tanks, and maintaining water quality through accurate filtration planning.
Tips: Measure the internal dimensions of your aquarium (excluding glass thickness). Enter measurements in centimeters for most accurate results. All values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: Why use 0.85 as the fill factor?
A: The 0.85 factor accounts for typical substrate depth (2-3 inches) and leaving about 1-2 inches of space at the top for equipment and to prevent overflow.
Q2: Can I use inches instead of centimeters?
A: Yes, but you'll need to convert the result manually. 1 cubic inch = 0.004329 gallons, or use our calculator with cm measurements for automatic conversion.
Q3: How accurate is this calculation?
A: Very accurate for rectangular tanks. The calculation assumes standard substrate depth. For heavily planted or deep substrate tanks, the actual volume may be slightly less.
Q4: Does this work for irregularly shaped tanks?
A: This formula is designed for rectangular aquariums. For bow-front, cylindrical, or hexagonal tanks, different calculations are needed.
Q5: Why is water volume important for fish keeping?
A: Water volume determines how many fish you can safely keep (stocking level), affects water parameter stability, and is essential for accurate medication and treatment dosing.