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Density and Mass

lb/galtokg/dm³

Convert pounds per US gallon (lb/gal) to kilograms per cubic decimetre (kg/dm³).

Factor1 lb/gal = 0.1198264 kg/dm³

Converter

lb/gal

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
1.19826kg/dm³

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
kg/dm³ = lb/gal × 0.1198264

Multiply any value in pounds per US gallon by 0.1198264 to obtain the value in kilograms per cubic decimetre.

Worked example

Convert 10 lb/gal to kg/dm³.

  1. 01Start with 10 lb/gal.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 0.1198264 = 1.19826 kg/dm³.
Result10 lb/gal = 1.19826 kg/dm³

Conversion table

lb/galkg/dm³
10.11983
20.23965
50.59913
101.1983
202.3965
505.9913
10011.983
20023.965
50059.913
1000119.83

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from lb/gal to kg/dm³?
1 lb/gal equals 0.1198264 kg/dm³. To convert, multiply the value in pounds per US gallon by 0.1198264.
How do I convert 1 lb/gal to kg/dm³?
1 lb/gal = 0.119826 kg/dm³. For any value, multiply by 0.1198264.
How do I convert kg/dm³ back to lb/gal?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 8.345404. So 1 kg/dm³ = 8.3454 lb/gal.
When would I need to convert pound per US gallon to kilogram per cubic decimetre?
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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