What is a Weight Calculator and How Does It Work?
The Weight Calculator helps you estimate your ideal body weight or the weight of an object based on its volume and material density. Whether you’re tracking fitness goals or planning a project, it’s quick and accurate.
How to Use the Weight Calculator
Choose:
- Body Weight: Enter your height and gender to estimate ideal weight
- Object Weight: Enter the object’s volume and its material density
The calculator shows the weight in kilograms or pounds.
Weight Formula
Body Weight: Uses standard formulas like Devine or Robinson for ideal weight.
Object Weight: Weight = Volume × Density
Example
Body: Male, 5'10" → Ideal Weight ≈ 160–170 lbs
Object: Volume = 0.5 cubic meters, Density = 800 kg/m³ → Weight = 0.5 × 800 = 400 kg
Common Use Cases
- Checking healthy weight range
- Planning fitness or diet goals
- Estimating material weight for shipping
- DIY projects using wood, concrete, or metal
- Educational science or engineering tasks
Why Use a Weight Calculator?
Avoid guesswork when estimating body goals or project materials — get reliable numbers in seconds!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How accurate is the ideal body weight?
It’s an estimate — actual healthy weight can vary based on muscle, age, and body composition.
What is the Devine formula?
A standard medical formula to estimate ideal body weight for height and gender.
What units can I use?
You can switch between pounds, kilograms, cubic meters, or cubic feet.
Can I use it for shipping estimates?
Yes — it’s great for estimating material or object weights for transport costs.
Does it help with fitness planning?
Definitely — use it with BMI or body fat calculators to set clear weight goals.
Related tools: BMI Calculator, BMR Calculator, Macro Calculator.