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The conversion of 1.5 pt to liters is approximately 0.0007031 liters.
Since 1 pint equals 0.473176 liters, to convert points (pt) to liters, we first recognize that 1 pint equals 16 fluid ounces, and 1 fluid ounce equals approximately 29.5735 milliliters. Therefore, 1 pint is 473.176 milliliters, or 0.473176 liters. To convert points to liters, we need to know how many points are in a pint. In typography, 1 point is 1/72 of an inch, but in fluid measurement, ‘pt’ often refers to ‘pint’. Assuming ‘pt’ means ‘pint’ here, the calculation is straightforward: 1.5 pints times 0.473176 liters per pint equals approximately 0.0007031 liters.
Conversion Tool
Result in liters:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert pints (pt) to liters multiplies the number of pints by 0.473176, which is the liters in one pint. It works because it directly relates the volume units. For example, converting 2 pints: 2 × 0.473176 = 0.946352 liters, showing the total volume in liters.
Conversion Example
- Convert 4 pints to liters:
- Multiply 4 by 0.473176
- 4 × 0.473176 = 1.892704 liters
- Convert 0.75 pints:
- 0.75 × 0.473176
- 0.75 × 0.473176 = 0.354882 liters
- Convert 10 pints:
- 10 × 0.473176
- 10 × 0.473176 = 4.73176 liters
- Convert 2.5 pints:
- 2.5 × 0.473176
- 2.5 × 0.473176 = 1.18294 liters
Conversion Chart
| Pints (pt) | Liters |
|---|---|
| -23.5 | -11.1238 |
| -20.0 | -9.46352 |
| -15.0 | -7.09763 |
| -10.0 | -4.73176 |
| -5.0 | -2.36588 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 1.5 | 0.7091 |
| 5.0 | 2.36588 |
| 10.0 | 4.73176 |
| 15.0 | 7.09763 |
| 20.0 | 9.46352 |
| 26.5 | 12.5342 |
Use this chart to quickly find the volume in liters for a range of pints. Read the pints value on the first column, then look across to find the matching liters.
Related Conversion Questions
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Conversion Definitions
pt
Pt, short for pint, is a customary unit of volume measurement primarily used in the US and UK, equal to 16 fluid ounces in the US or 20 fluid ounces in the UK, roughly 0.473176 liters. It is often used for liquids like milk or beer in recipes and beverage servings.
liters
Liters are metric units of volume measurement, with 1 liter equaling 1000 cubic centimeters or 1 cubic decimeter. It is widely used worldwide for liquids, beverages, and scientific measurements, providing a standard way to express volume in the metric system.
Conversion FAQs
What other measurements can I convert from pints to liters?
Besides pints, you can convert cups, gallons, and ounces to liters. For example, 1 gallon equals 3.78541 liters, and 1 cup equals 0.236588 liters, making it easy to switch between customary and metric volume units for various applications.
How precise is the conversion from pints to liters?
The conversion uses a fixed factor of 0.473176, which provides a high degree of accuracy for most practical purposes. However, slight variations may occur depending on measurement standards or rounding, but for general use, it’s sufficiently precise.
Can I use this conversion for both US and UK pints?
No, because US pints are 0.473176 liters, whereas UK pints are approximately 0.568261 liters. Make sure to specify which pint measurement you’re referring to for correct conversion results.
