Volume of Prism Calculator

Calculate the volume of prism from base area and height using V = B × h.

Calculate Volume of Prism

What is Volume of Prism Calculator?

The Prism Volume Calculator is a specialized tool designed to help you quickly and accurately calculate the volume of prism objects. This calculator is essential for students, engineers, architects, and anyone working with prism shapes in their projects.

Use this free tool to calculate the volume of prism from base area and height fast. If you need an accurate volume of prism, this calculator provides step-by-step guidance and precise results.

What Problems Can This Tool Solve?

  • Calculate the volume of prism-shaped structures
  • Determine the capacity of prism containers
  • Find the volume of prism building elements
  • Calculate material requirements for prism objects
  • Solve geometry problems involving prisms

How to Calculate Volume of a Prism

Calculating the volume of a prism is straightforward when you understand the formula and have the correct measurements.

Volume Formula

V = B × h

Parameter Explanation

Base Area (B)

  • • Area of the base polygon
  • • Must be positive number
  • • Units: cm², m², mm², in², ft²

Height (h)

  • • Perpendicular distance between bases
  • • Must be positive number
  • • Units: cm, m, mm, in, ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a prism and a pyramid?

A prism has two parallel bases connected by rectangular faces, while a pyramid has one base and triangular faces that meet at a point.

How do I calculate the base area?

The base area depends on the shape of the base. For a triangular base: (1/2) × base × height, for a rectangular base: length × width, etc.

What units should I use?

Use consistent units. If base area is in cm² and height is in cm, the volume will be in cm³.

Tips & Notes

  • • Prism volume is base area × height
  • • Base area must be in square units
  • • Height is perpendicular distance between bases
  • • Works for any polygonal base shape