Mass per volume density.
Pounds per Gallon to Kilograms per Cubic Centimeter Converter — lb/gal to kg/cm3
Convert Pound per Gallon (lb/gal) to Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter (kg/cm3) using the exact conversion factor (1 pound per gallon = 0.0001198264 kilogram per cubic centimeter). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Pounds per Gallon to Kilograms per Cubic Centimeter converter
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Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Mass per volume density.
Result = input x 119.8264273 / 1000000.
Density uses kilograms per cubic meter as the base unit.
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About Converting Pounds per Gallon to Kilograms per Cubic Centimeter
Pound per Gallon and Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter both measure density — mass per unit volume — a property used to identify materials, check manufacturing quality, and predict whether something floats or sinks. As a fixed reference point, water has a density of exactly 1000 kg/m³ (1 g/cm³, 1 g/mL) at its temperature of maximum density, which is why many density figures in science and engineering are quoted relative to water. Pound per Gallon is most often used for us paint and coatings density specifications.
Formula
kilograms per cubic centimeter = pounds per gallon × 0.000119826427317
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 pound per gallon equals 119.826427317 base units, and 1 kilogram per cubic centimeter equals 1000000 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct pound per gallon-to-kilogram per cubic centimeter factor of 0.000119826427317.
Simple example
1 lb/gal × 0.0001198264273 = 0.0001198264 kg/cm3
1 pound per gallon = 0.0001198264 kilograms per cubic centimeter.
Real-world example
1,000 lb/gal × 0.0001198264273 = 0.1198264273 kg/cm3
1,000 pounds per gallon = 0.1198264273 kilograms per cubic centimeter.
Conversion table
| Pound per Gallon (lb/gal) | Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter (kg/cm3) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 lb/gal | 0.0000119826 kg/cm3 |
| 1 lb/gal | 0.0001198264 kg/cm3 |
| 10 lb/gal | 0.0011982643 kg/cm3 |
| 100 lb/gal | 0.0119826427 kg/cm3 |
| 1,000 lb/gal | 0.1198264273 kg/cm3 |
| 10,000 lb/gal | 1.198264273 kg/cm3 |
Reverse conversion: Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter to Pound per Gallon
0.0001198264 kg/cm3 × 8345.404452 = 0.999999772 lb/gal
0.0001198264 kilograms per cubic centimeter = 0.999999772 pounds per gallon.
pounds per gallon = kilograms per cubic centimeter × 8345.40445202
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter to Pound per Gallon.
Understanding the Pound per Gallon
Pound per Gallon (lb/gal) measures density. The US customary unit for liquid density, based on the US gallon (231 cubic inches). It is classified as a US customary density unit.
Where it's used: United States (paint, fuel, and industrial liquid density specifications)
lb/gal vs. lb/ft³. Both are US customary density units; they're related through the real, fixed relationship between the US gallon and the cubic foot (1 cubic foot ≈ 7.48 US gallons), not a round conversion factor.
Uses of the Pound per Gallon today
- US paint and coatings density specifications
- US fuel and petroleum liquid density specs
- Industrial liquid handling and shipping weight calculations
Understanding the Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter (kg/cm3)
Mass per volume density.
Pound per Gallon — sources
- NIST Handbook 44 — General tables of units including US customary density measures.
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Frequently asked questions
How many kilograms per cubic centimeter are in 1 pound per gallon?
1 pound per gallon equals 0.0001198264 kilograms per cubic centimeter, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert pound per gallon to kilogram per cubic centimeter?
Multiply the pound per gallon value by 0.0001198264273. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert kilogram per cubic centimeter back to pound per gallon?
Use the reverse factor: 1 kilogram per cubic centimeter equals 8,345.404452 pounds per gallon. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a pound per gallon?
Pound per Gallon (lb/gal) measures density. The US customary unit for liquid density, based on the US gallon (231 cubic inches). It is classified as a US customary density unit.
What is a kilogram per cubic centimeter?
Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter (kg/cm3) is a unit of density.
Is the pound per gallon to kilogram per cubic centimeter conversion exact?
Yes. Both pound per gallon and kilogram per cubic centimeter are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 0.0001198264273 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.
What is the difference between lb/gal vs. lb/ft³?
Both are US customary density units; they're related through the real, fixed relationship between the US gallon and the cubic foot (1 cubic foot ≈ 7.48 US gallons), not a round conversion factor.
Where is the pound per gallon still used today?
United States (paint, fuel, and industrial liquid density specifications)