Pint Volume ml

US Pint to Milliliters Formula:

\[ V_{ml} = 473.176 \text{ (US pint)} \]

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1. What is a Pint to Milliliters Converter?

Definition: This calculator converts US liquid pints to milliliters (ml) using the standard conversion factor.

Purpose: It helps with accurate volume conversions for cooking, chemistry, and other applications requiring precise measurements.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ V_{ml} = 473.176 \times \text{pints} \]

Where:

\( V_{ml} \) — Volume in milliliters
1 US pint — Exactly 473.176 milliliters

Explanation: The US liquid pint is a standard unit of volume in the US customary system, defined as exactly 473.176 milliliters.

3. Importance of Accurate Volume Conversion

Details: Precise conversions are essential in cooking, baking, laboratory work, and any application where exact measurements are critical.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Simply enter the number of US pints you want to convert. The calculator will automatically provide the equivalent volume in milliliters.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is this conversion exact?
A: Yes, 1 US liquid pint is exactly 473.176 milliliters by definition.

Q2: How does a US pint differ from an Imperial pint?
A: An Imperial (UK) pint is larger, equal to 568.261 ml. This calculator only converts US pints.

Q3: Why is the conversion factor 473.176?
A: This value comes from the US customary system definition where 1 gallon = 231 cubic inches and contains 8 pints, making 1 pint = 28.875 cubic inches = 473.176 ml.

Q4: Can I convert milliliters back to pints?
A: Yes, simply divide the milliliter value by 473.176 to get US pints.

Q5: Is this for liquid pints only?
A: Yes, this is specifically for US liquid pints. Dry pints have a different volume (1 dry pint ≈ 550.610 ml).