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Air–Fuel Mass Ratio

Air–Fuel Mass Ratio: explore an explicit model with input checks, a formula and a worked example.

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Your inputs

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kg
Enter air mass in kg.
kg
Enter fuel mass in kg.
Enter stoichiometric afr.

Formula

AFR=m_air/m_fuel; lambda=AFR/stoichiometric AFR.
  • Use the units shown beside each field.
  • Results update automatically whenever you change an input.
  • Displayed values use up to four decimal places, or scientific notation for very small or large numbers. Calculations use standard floating-point arithmetic; exact integer and fraction tools identify their own precision rules.
  • Mass basis only. Enter the correct stoichiometric ratio for the fuel; 14.7 is an illustrative input, not a universal specification.

Example Calculation

Example inputs
  • Air mass: 14.7 kg
  • Fuel mass: 1 kg
  • Stoichiometric AFR: 14.7

14.7 kg air and 1 kg fuel at a stoichiometric AFR of 14.7 give lambda 1.

Frequently asked questions

How do I use this calculator?

Enter air mass, fuel mass, stoichiometric afr. The result updates automatically. Use Reset to restore the example values.

What method does it use?

AFR=m_air/m_fuel; lambda=AFR/stoichiometric AFR.. Mass basis only. Enter the correct stoichiometric ratio for the fuel; 14.7 is an illustrative input, not a universal specification.

Why might a rounded result differ?

The calculation keeps full numeric precision internally, then rounds the displayed result. Rounding intermediate steps by hand can produce a slightly different answer.

Are my inputs saved online?

No. This calculator processes your inputs in your browser. A recently used list stores only calculator names on this device, not your entered values.

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