Metal Weight Calculator
Are you wondering how much steel, aluminum, or copper weighs? Our Metal Weight Calculator allows you to quickly and accurately calculate the weight of individual components as well as entire batches of metal. This indispensable tool is perfect for engineers, DIY enthusiasts, transport companies, and anyone who works with metals on a daily basis.
Thanks to its simple interface and automatic consideration of material densities, you can check the weight of components in seconds—without tedious calculations.
How Does the Metal Weight Calculator Work?
The metal weight calculator uses basic physics formulas based on volume and material density. Simply enter the type of metal, the shape of the component, its dimensions, and the quantity.
Once the data is entered, the calculator automatically provides:
- The weight of a single component, so you immediately know how much steel, aluminum, or copper weighs.
- The total weight of all components, useful for transport and logistics planning.
- The volume of the component in m³, to easily convert material quantities.
- The density of the material in kg/m³, which allows you to compare different metals and their properties.
This way, you can instantly know how much your material weighs in various forms and sizes.
Selecting Material and Shape
The calculator supports a wide range of popular metals and standard component shapes, allowing you to easily adapt calculations to real projects.
Every metal has its characteristic density, which affects its weight. Want to know how much steel, aluminum, or copper weighs? Check out the metals available in the calculator:
- Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Aluminum
- Copper
- Brass
- Iron
- Cast Iron
- Wrought Iron
- Lead
- Nickel
- Titanium
- Zinc
Each component can have a different shape, which affects its volume and weight. Our calculator allows you to select the shape and calculate weight based on dimensions:
- Rectangular prism
- Round, cubic, or octagonal prism
- Wire
- Tube
- Sphere
- Ring
How to Use the Metal Weight Calculator Step by Step
Using the calculator is intuitive and requires no specialized knowledge. Just follow a few simple steps to accurately calculate the weight of metal components:
- Select the material of the component to calculate its weight according to its density.
- Choose the shape of the component that matches your project.
- Enter the number of components and their dimensions (length, diameter, radius, height, etc.).
- The calculator will automatically display:
- The weight of a single component [kg]
- The total weight of all components [kg]
- The volume of the component [m³]
- The density of the material [kg/m³]
This way, you can quickly find out exactly how much steel, aluminum, copper, or cast iron weighs, and plan projects and transport accordingly.
How Much Does Your Material Weigh – Metal Weight by Volume
Are you wondering how much steel, aluminum, copper, or cast iron weighs? The table below shows the average weight values for each metal in two units: per cubic meter (kg/m³) and per cubic centimeter (g/cm³). This makes it easy to compare different materials and see which metal is the heaviest and which is the lightest.
| Material Type | Weight per 1 m³ [kg] | Weight per 1 cm³ [g] |
|---|---|---|
| How much does Steel weigh | 7850 | 7.85 |
| How much does Stainless Steel weigh | 7900 | 7.90 |
| How much does Aluminum weigh | 2700 | 2.70 |
| How much does Copper weigh | 8960 | 8.96 |
| How much does Brass weigh | 8820 | 8.82 |
| How much does Iron weigh | 7850 | 7.85 |
| How much does Cast Iron weigh | 7800 | 7.80 |
| How much does Wrought Iron weigh | 7850 | 7.85 |
| How much does Lead weigh | 11340 | 11.34 |
| How much does Nickel weigh | 8900 | 8.90 |
| How much does Titanium weigh | 4510 | 4.51 |
| How much does Zinc weigh | 7130 | 7.13 |
Why Use the Metal Weight Calculator?
Calculating metal weight can seem complicated, especially for larger projects or when using various materials. Our calculator makes this task quick and accurate:
- Fast and accurate – calculate metal weight without risk of errors.
- Many materials and shapes – from steel to titanium, from tubes to spheres.
- Useful for everyone – engineers, DIY enthusiasts, and transport companies.
- Clear results – ready to use in documentation, transport planning, or projects.
Now you can quickly find out how much steel, aluminum, or copper weighs, and easily compare different metals and shapes in a single tool.
Based on 1 source
- 1. CRC Materials Science and Engineering Handbook
Metal Weight Calculator - FAQ
The calculator accepts dimensions in millimeters and displays results in kilograms and cubic meters. This provides optimal precision for construction calculations while using metric standards.
While our calculator includes 12 common metals, you can select the closest material by density. For specialty alloys, consult with your supplier for exact density values.
Our calculator provides material weights for preliminary planning. For structural engineering, always consult with a licensed professional and verify calculations independently.
Cast iron (7,300 kg/m³) is heavier and more brittle, while wrought iron (7,740 kg/m³) is more malleable. The calculator accounts for these density differences.
Our calculator uses industry-standard density values and precise geometric formulas, providing accuracy within 1-2% for standard materials. Actual weights may vary slightly due to manufacturing tolerances and alloy variations.
