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Why are refrigerators measured in Litres?
We usually measured capacity of refrigerator in liters because refrigerators are spacious inside; the space is called volume. It is not easy to find the volume of unevenly shaped solids or objects. That’s why we use liters or even cubic meters for measuring such spaces.
How many Litres is a standard fridge?
Fridge capacity is measured in litres: 100 – 150 litres – Suits a household of 1-2 people. 150 – 250 litres – Works well for 3-4 people. 250+ litres – Ideal for bigger households of 5 or more.
What is storage volume in refrigerator?
The capacity of refrigerators and freezers is expressed in terms of cubic feet. This is a measurement of the volume of the inside portion of the appliance. The capacity shows how much food can be stored inside the refrigerator or freezer.
How do I calculate my refrigerator?
Grab a tape measure and measure the width, depth and height of the inside of your refrigerator. Multiply the numbers together (W x D x H) and divide the total by 1728 to get the cubic feet. For example, if you have a refrigerator that measures 30″ wide by 30″ deep by 48″ high, you multiply 30 X 30 X 48.
How do you calculate the volume of a refrigerator?
What is a normal fridge capacity?
A standard fridge is between 20 cubic feet and 25 cubic feet. They are also usually between 30″ and 36″ wide. This is the type of fridge that most people in the United States have in their homes.
Volume of refrigerator is found by multiplying the area of base of the refrigerator by its height. Calculating the volume of a refrigerator is simple once you know the formula. Formula volume of a refrigerator: To calculate the volume of a refrigerator we need to know the size L, size W and size H.
Why do we measure the capacity of a refrigerator in litres?
Because litres are a measurement of volume and that is what one needs to know. An alternative would be cubic centimetres, as used to measure engines. The Americans use cubic inches to measure engine capacity, so they might use cubic inches to measure the volume of a fridge. A litre is 1000 cubic centimetres and is a metric measure.
How big of a freezer do I need for a refrigerator?
One you know which model and capacity to choose the last decision is on freezer size. Say refrigerator size is 200 liters then freezer size can be 40 liters to 60 liters. If you are a non vegetarian then you many need high freezer space so to keep the frozen meat.
How do you measure the interior of a refrigerator?
Measure the depth of the main interior compartment of the refrigerator, from the foremost edge to the rear wall. Measure the length of the of the main interior compartment of the refrigerator, from left to right.