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Cubic Feet to Liters

Cubic Feet to Liters

Convert cubic feet to liters for aquarium sizing, refrigerator capacity, and HVAC calculations.

Cubic Foot to Liter Converter

This tool converts Cubic Foot (ft³) to Liter (L) quickly and accurately. Whether you are sizing aquariums, comparing refrigerator capacity, or running HVAC calculations, it delivers instant results as you type.

Conversion formula: L = ft³ × 28.3168  |  Reverse: ft³ = L ÷ 28.3168

Understanding the Units

Cubic Foot (ft³)

Imperial volume unit. Common for shipping, refrigerator capacity, and HVAC airflow measurements.

Liter (L)

Metric volume standard. 1 cubic foot = 28.32 liters. Used worldwide for liquid measurements.

Who Uses This Conversion?

  • Homeowners — comparing US appliance specs to metric (liter) ratings
  • Aquarium keepers — sizing tanks and equipment by water volume
  • HVAC technicians — converting airflow and ventilation volumes
  • Shippers — calculating cargo and container capacity
Privacy by design: all conversions happen in your browser. No data is sent to any server, and nothing is stored or tracked.

How to Use

Converting Cubic Foot to Liter takes just seconds:

1

Enter the Cubic Foot Value

Type your value in Cubic Foot (ft³) into the first input field.

2

View the Liter Result

The equivalent value in Liter (L) appears instantly in the second field — no convert button needed.

3

Copy the Result

Use the copy button to send the result to your clipboard for documents, notes, or other tools.

Reverse Conversion

Need to convert Liter to Cubic Foot instead? Click the swap button (↔) to reverse the direction, or simply type in the Liter field directly.

Tips for Accurate Conversions

  • Use decimal points for precise values (e.g., 10.5 instead of 11)
  • Large numbers are automatically formatted with thousand separators
  • Results update instantly as you type
  • Use the unit dropdowns to switch to any other volume unit

Features

Instant Conversion

Results appear as you type, with no convert button. The calculation uses precise conversion factors for accurate results.

Bidirectional Input

Type in either field and the other updates automatically, so you can work in whichever direction you need.

Copy Results

Click the copy button next to any value to copy it to your clipboard for documents, notes, or other applications.

Quick Reference Table

The reference section shows common Cubic Foot-to-Liter conversions at a glance for fast lookups.

Unit Flexibility

Use the dropdowns to switch to other volume units — liters, milliliters, gallons, cups, fluid ounces, and many more.

Mobile Friendly

The converter works on all devices — desktop, tablet, and mobile. Convert volume units wherever you need them.

Common Conversions

Cubic Foot (ft³)Liter (L)
1 ft³28.32 L
2 ft³56.63 L
5 ft³141.58 L
10 ft³283.17 L
20 ft³566.34 L
50 ft³1415.84 L

Frequently Asked Questions

How many liters is 1 cubic foot?

One cubic foot equals 28.32 liters. This is useful for comparing US appliance specs to international equivalents.

How do I convert refrigerator size from ft³ to liters?

Multiply the cubic feet by 28.32. A 20 ft³ refrigerator = 566 liters. European refrigerator sizes are typically listed in liters.

How many cubic feet is a 200-liter refrigerator?

200 liters = 7.1 cubic feet. This is a compact or apartment-sized refrigerator.

What's a standard aquarium size in liters?

Common aquarium sizes: 10 gallons (38 L), 20 gallons (76 L), 55 gallons (208 L), 75 gallons (284 L). In cubic feet, a 55-gallon tank is about 7.4 ft³.

How do I calculate storage container volume?

Measure inside dimensions in feet (length × width × height). The product is cubic feet. Multiply by 28.32 for liters.

What is CFM and how does it relate to liters?

CFM (cubic feet per minute) measures airflow in HVAC systems. To convert to liters per minute, multiply CFM by 28.32. For example, 100 CFM = 2,832 liters per minute.

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Common Conversions

1 ft³=28.32 L
2 ft³=56.63 L
5 ft³=141.58 L
10 ft³=283.17 L
20 ft³=566.34 L
50 ft³=1415.84 L

Cubic Foot (ft³)

Imperial volume unit. Common for shipping, refrigerator capacity, and HVAC airflow measurements.

Liter (L)

Metric volume standard. 1 cubic foot = 28.32 liters. Used worldwide for liquid measurements.

1 cubic foot = 28.32 liters
Refrigerator: 20 ft³ = 566 liters
Aquarium: 10 ft³ = 283 liters
Tip: Multiply ft³ by 28.3 for quick estimates
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