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