Cylinder Calculator
Calculate a cylinder's volume, lateral area, total surface area, and base area from radius and height. Perfect for math and engineering.
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About Cylinder Calculator
A cylinder calculator is a versatile geometry tool for computing key measurements of any right circular cylinder. Whether you're a student learning solid geometry or an engineer designing cylindrical components, get instant results from just two inputs.
Cylinder Calculator in 3 steps
- Enter the radius and height of the cylinder
- View instant results for all measurements
- Adjust inputs to compare dimensions
Frequently Asked Questions
What formulas does this cylinder calculator use?
Volume = πr²h. Lateral Surface Area = 2πrh. Total Surface Area = 2πr(r+h). Base Area = πr². All calculations use the standard value of π for precise results.
What is lateral area vs total surface area?
Lateral surface area is the curved side of the cylinder (2πrh). Total surface area includes both circular bases plus the lateral area (2πr² + 2πrh).
Can I calculate tank capacity with this?
Yes! Enter the radius and height in your desired unit — the volume output can be directly interpreted as the tank's liquid capacity in cubic units.