Density Converter
Convert between different density units including kilograms per cubic meter, grams per cubic centimeter, pounds per cubic foot, and more.
Density Converter
Common Density Converter Formulas
- 1 g/cm³ = 1000 kg/m³
- 1 lb/ft³ ≈ 16.02 kg/m³
- Water density = 1 g/cm³ = 1000 kg/m³
Common Density Converter References
- Water Density: 1000 kg/m³
- Air Density: 1.225 kg/m³
- Iron Density: 7874 kg/m³
- Gold Density: 19300 kg/m³
- Wood Density: 500-800 kg/m³
- Ice Density: 917 kg/m³
What is Density Conversion?
Density conversion allows you to convert mass-per-volume measurements between different units. Density is a fundamental property of materials that determines whether objects float or sink and is crucial in chemistry, physics, engineering, and materials science. Our density converter handles all common density units used in scientific and industrial applications.
Common Density Units Explained
kg/m³
The SI unit of density. Water has a density of about 1,000 kg/m³ at 4°C. Used in physics and engineering.
g/cm³
Common in chemistry and materials science. Water is 1 g/cm³. Equal to 1,000 kg/m³.
lb/ft³
Common in US engineering. Water is about 62.4 lb/ft³. Used for construction materials and industrial applications.
When to Use This Converter
Our density converter is essential for chemists working with different concentration units, engineers calculating material properties, manufacturers ensuring product consistency, and students studying physics and chemistry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the density of water?
Pure water at 4°C has a density of exactly 1 g/cm³ or 1,000 kg/m³. This is often used as a reference for comparing other materials.
How does density determine if something floats?
Objects less dense than the surrounding fluid float; denser objects sink. Ice floats because it is less dense (0.92 g/cm³) than liquid water (1 g/cm³).