Aquarium Calculator

Calculate aquarium volume, actual water capacity, substrate amounts, and equipment sizing.

Tank Details

Substrate & Type

Recommended: 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm)

Total Tank Volume

72.0 L

19.0 US gal / 15.8 UK gal

Actual Water

55.8 L

14.7 US gal

Total Weight

70.7 kg

155.8 lbs

Substrate Needed

13.5 kg

29.8 lbs

Surface Area

1800 cm²

279 sq in

Recommended Equipment

Heater77W
Filter Flow Rate96 GPH / 360 LPH
Lighting (planted)58W
Fish Capacity (max)14" / 35 cm

Aquarium Setup Tips

Before Adding Fish

  • - Cycle your tank for 4-6 weeks
  • - Test water parameters regularly
  • - Add plants for natural filtration
  • - Ensure stand can support total weight

Equipment Guidelines

  • - Filter: 4-6x turnover for freshwater, 6-10x for saltwater
  • - Heater: 3-5 watts per gallon
  • - Consider redundant heaters for large tanks
  • - Use a timer for consistent lighting