Fluid ounce to Cubic meter Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert fluid ounces to cubic meters with our free online volume converter.
Fluid ounce to Cubic meter Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Fluid ounce).
- The converted value in Cubic meter will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
- Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Volume category.
- Click the swap button (⇌) to reverse the conversion direction.
How to Convert Fluid ounce to Cubic meter
Converting Fluid ounce to Cubic meter involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Fluid ounce = 2.9574e-5 cubic metersExample Calculation:
Convert 10 fluid ounces: 10 × 2.9574e-5 = 0.000295735 cubic meters
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What is a Fluid ounce and a Cubic meter?
The fluid ounce is a unit of volume. The US fluid ounce is defined as 1/128 of a US gallon (approx. 29.57 ml). The Imperial fluid ounce is 1/160 of an Imperial gallon (approx. 28.41 ml).
The cubic meter (symbol m³) is the SI derived unit of volume. It is the volume of a cube with edges one meter in length. It represents a large volume and is often used for measuring capacities of containers, volumes of construction materials, or flow rates.
Note: The Fluid ounce is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Cubic meter belongs to the metric (SI) system.
History of the Fluid ounce and Cubic meter
Derived from the ounce unit of weight/mass, adapted to measure the volume of liquids like wine or water.
The cubic meter is derived directly from the meter, the SI base unit of length, which has a history dating back to the French Revolution. As the standard unit of volume within the International System of Units (SI), established in 1960, the cubic meter is the foundation upon which other metric volume units (like the liter) are often related or defined (1 m³ = 1000 L).
Common Uses for fluid ounces and cubic meters
Explore the typical applications for both Fluid ounce (imperial/US) and Cubic meter (metric) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for fluid ounces
- Beverages: Measuring alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, and coffee servings.
- Cooking: Recipe measurements for smaller liquid ingredients.
- Medicine: Liquid medication dosages on prescription labels.
- Personal Care: Volumes of cosmetics, perfumes, and essential oils.
- Nutrition Labels: Serving sizes on food and beverage packaging.
Common Uses for cubic meters
- Large Containers: Measuring the volume of large containers (shipping containers, swimming pools).
- Construction: Quantifying construction materials (concrete, gravel, soil).
- Architecture: Calculating the volume of rooms or buildings.
- Fluid Dynamics: Measuring water or gas flow rates (cubic meters per second/hour).
- Shipping: Cargo capacity for ships and trucks.
- Science & Engineering: Scientific and engineering calculations requiring SI units.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Fluid ounce (fl oz)
Is a US fluid ounce the same as a UK fluid ounce?
No, the Imperial (UK) fluid ounce is slightly smaller than the US fluid ounce (approximately 28.41 ml vs 29.57 ml).
Is a fluid ounce the same as a weight ounce?
No, a fluid ounce measures volume (the space something occupies), while a weight ounce (specifically an avoirdupois ounce) measures mass (how much matter it contains). The relationship between the two depends entirely on the density of the substance being measured. For water, 1 US fluid ounce weighs approximately 1.04 avoirdupois ounces.
About Cubic meter (m³)
How large is a cubic meter?
Imagine a cube that is 1 meter tall, 1 meter wide, and 1 meter deep. That volume is one cubic meter. It's equivalent to 1,000 liters or about 264 US gallons.
Is cubic meter the same as meter cubed?
Yes, these terms refer to the same unit, m³. 'Cubic meter' is the more common way to say it.
Why use cubic meters instead of liters?
The cubic meter is the official SI unit for volume, making it standard in many scientific and engineering fields requiring strict adherence to SI. It's also more practical for very large volumes where using liters would result in extremely large numbers.
Conversion Table: Fluid ounce to Cubic meter
| Fluid ounce (fl oz) | Cubic meter (m³) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0 |
| 5 | 0 |
| 10 | 0 |
| 25 | 0.001 |
| 50 | 0.002 |
| 100 | 0.003 |
| 500 | 0.015 |
| 1,000 | 0.03 |