Density Converter
Density is mass per unit of volume. The SI unit is the kilogram per cubic meter. Water is a handy reference at about 1 gram per cubic centimeter, which equals 1000 kilograms per cubic meter. Materials science and engineering also use pounds per cubic foot.
About density conversion
Density conversion is commonly needed when material science, chemistry, and engineering.
Popular conversions
All density units
| Unit | Symbol | System |
|---|---|---|
| Kilogram per Cubic Meter | kg/m³ | SI |
| Gram per Cubic Centimeter | g/cm³ | Metric |
| Kilogram per Liter | kg/L | Metric |
| Pound per Cubic Foot | lb/ft³ | Imperial |
| Pound per Gallon (US) | lb/gal (US) | US |
Frequently asked questions
What is the base unit for density?
Density conversions on this site are calculated against the kilogram per cubic meter (kg/m³).
Which density units can I convert?
You can convert between 5 units, including kilogram per cubic meter, gram per cubic centimeter, kilogram per liter, pound per cubic foot, and more.
Where is density conversion useful?
It is commonly needed when material science, chemistry, and engineering.
Does this converter mix measurement systems?
The converter supports SI, Metric, Imperial, US units and keeps their exact definitions separate so results stay accurate.