Formula
- 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.
- Constant measured drip rate; drop sizes are not universal. Collecting a timed volume is usually more reliable.
Example Calculation
- Drops counted: 60
- Observation time: 1 min
- Measured average drop volume: 0.25 mL
- Leak duration: 30
60 drops/min at 0.25 mL per drop loses 21.6 L/day and 648 L over 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use this calculator?
Enter drops counted, observation time, measured average drop volume, leak duration. The result updates automatically. Use Reset to restore the example values.
What method does it use?
liters=drops/minute × drop mL × 1440 × days/1000.. Constant measured drip rate; drop sizes are not universal. Collecting a timed volume is usually more reliable.
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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