Metal Weight Calculator
Calculate metal weight using density and volume for any shape
Calculate Metal Weight
Density: 7860 kg/m³
Metal Weight Results
Formula: Weight = Volume × Density × Quantity
Volume: 0.000000 m³ (rectangular shape)
Density: 7860 kg/m³ (steel)
Calculation: 0.000000 × 7860 × 1 = 0.000 kg
Load Analysis
Example Calculation
Steel Sheet Metal
Material: Steel (7860 kg/m³)
Shape: Rectangular prism (sheet)
Dimensions: 2m × 1m × 3mm
Quantity: 5 pieces
Calculation Steps
Volume per piece = 2 × 1 × 0.003 = 0.006 m³
Weight per piece = 0.006 × 7860 = 47.16 kg
Total weight (5 pieces) = 235.8 kg
Metal Densities (kg/m³)
Shape Volume Formulas
Metal Tips
Steel is the most common construction metal
Aluminum is lightweight but strong
Consider shipping costs for heavy metals
Temperature affects metal density slightly
Alloy composition affects final weight
Understanding Metal Weight Calculations
Why Calculate Metal Weight?
- •Cost estimation: Metal is priced by weight
- •Shipping costs: Weight affects transport fees
- •Load planning: Equipment weight limits
- •Structural design: Building load calculations
- •Material handling: Safety considerations
Metal Properties
Different metals have vastly different densities, from lightweight magnesium (1,780 kg/m³) to extremely dense tungsten (19,250 kg/m³). Understanding these properties helps in material selection for specific applications.
Calculation Formula
Weight = Volume × Density × Quantity
Volume = Shape-specific formula
Density = Material property (kg/m³)
Common Applications
- Construction: Steel beams, aluminum panels
- Manufacturing: Metal sheets, rods, pipes
- Aerospace: Titanium components
- Automotive: Steel frames, aluminum bodies
- Marine: Stainless steel, aluminum alloys
Note: This calculator uses standard densities at room temperature. Actual weights may vary due to alloy composition and temperature.
Metal Categories
Light Metals
Magnesium, aluminum, titanium. Used where weight reduction is critical (aerospace, automotive).
Structural Metals
Steel, iron, stainless steel. Primary construction materials offering strength and durability.
Heavy Metals
Lead, tungsten, gold. Used for radiation shielding, counterweights, and specialized applications.