Density and Mass
kg/Ltolb/gal (UK)
Convert kilograms per litre (kg/L) to pounds per imperial gallon (lb/gal (UK)).
Factor1 kg/L = 10.02241 lb/gal (UK)
Converter
kg/L
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
lb/gal (UK)
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
lb/gal (UK) = kg/L × 10.02241
Multiply any value in kilograms per litre by 10.02241 to obtain the value in pounds per imperial gallon.
Worked example
Convert 1 kg/L to lb/gal (UK).
- 01Start with 1 kg/L.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 10.02241 = 10.0224 lb/gal (UK).
Result1 kg/L = 10.0224 lb/gal (UK)
Conversion table
| kg/L | lb/gal (UK) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 10.022 |
| 2 | 20.045 |
| 5 | 50.112 |
| 10 | 100.22 |
| 20 | 200.45 |
| 50 | 501.12 |
| 100 | 1002.2 |
| 200 | 2004.5 |
| 500 | 5011.2 |
| 1000 | 10022 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kg/L to lb/gal (UK)?
1 kg/L equals 10.02241 lb/gal (UK). To convert, multiply the value in kilograms per litre by 10.02241.
How do I convert 1 kg/L to lb/gal (UK)?
1 kg/L = 10.0224 lb/gal (UK). For any value, multiply by 10.02241.
How do I convert lb/gal (UK) back to kg/L?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.09977637. So 1 lb/gal (UK) = 0.0997764 kg/L.
When would I need to convert kilogram per litre to pound per imperial gallon?
Density conversions are critical for fluid property datasheets, hydraulic head calculations, and reconciling lab measurements (often g/cm³) with process simulator inputs (kg/m³).
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).
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