Quart (US) to Liter Converter

Convert quart (us) to liter instantly with our free online volume converter. Accurate conversions with detailed formulas and conversion tables.

Convert qt (US) to L

From Unit
Quart (US)
To Unit
Liter (L)

Conversion Result

1 qt (US) = 0.000e+0 L

Exactly 0.0000000000 L

The Formula

To convert qt (US) to L, multiply the volume by 0.946351.

Quart (US) to Liter Conversion Table

Quart (US) (qt (US))Liter (L)Notes
1 qt (US)0.946351 LStandard volume unit
2 qt (US)1.892703 LCommon recipe measurement
5 qt (US)4.731757 LSmall container
10 qt (US)9.463513 LStandard bottle size
20 qt (US)18.927027 LLarge container
50 qt (US)47.317567 LIndustrial volume
100 qt (US)94.635134 LBulk measurement

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How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter the Value: Type the volume value you want to convert in the input field. For example, if converting 16 qt (US) to L, enter "16".
  2. Select Units: The calculator is pre-configured to convert from Quart (US) (qt (US)) to Liter (L). The units are displayed in the "From Unit" and "To Unit" fields.
  3. View Results: The converted value appears instantly in the result card. You can see both the formatted result and the exact decimal value.
  4. Copy or Switch: Use the "Copy Result" button to copy the conversion to your clipboard, or click "Quick Switch" to reverse the conversion direction.

How the Conversion Works

This calculator uses a two-step conversion process through liters (L) as the base unit, which is the standard unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI).

Conversion Formula:

Step 1: Convert from qt (US) to liters (L)

Value in L = Input value ÷ 1.05669

Step 2: Convert from liters (L) to L

Result = Value in L (no conversion needed)

Simplified Formula:

Result = Input × 0.9463513424
Where 0.9463513424 is the conversion factor from qt (US) to L

Example Calculation:

Let's convert 16 qt (US) to L:

16 qt (US) ÷ 1.05669 = 15.141621 L
15.141621 L × 1 = 15.141621 L

Result: 16 qt (US) = 15.141621 L

Why Convert Quart (US) to Liter?

Converting volume from Quart (US) to Liter is essential for various applications including cooking, chemistry, engineering, and international trade. Understanding this conversion helps ensure accuracy in measurements across different unit systems.

The liter is the base unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI), while other units like cups, gallons, and fluid ounces are used in various regional systems. Precision matters especially in pharmaceutical dosages, chemical reactions, and recipe conversions where small errors can have significant impacts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 qt (US) in L?
Exactly 1 qt (US) is equal to 0.946351 L.
What is the conversion factor from qt (US) to L?
The conversion factor is 0.9463513424. Multiply the value in qt (US) by this factor to get the equivalent in L.
Why is accurate volume conversion important?
Accurate volume conversions are crucial for recipe scaling, pharmaceutical dosages, chemical measurements, and industrial processes. Small errors in conversion can lead to significant problems in these fields.