How this calculation works
Convert a slanted axis length to perpendicular height before calculating cylinder volume.
THE FORMULA
V=πr² L sin θA worked example
Radius 2 and slanted length 10 at 30° give height 5 and volume 20π.
Good to know
The two circular bases must be parallel.
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Read the result
Convert a slanted axis length to perpendicular height before calculating cylinder volume.
The primary result is labeled “Volume”. Keep the input definitions in view when comparing this result with another method.
Try a related calculation
The two circular bases must be parallel.
For a related exercise, try the circle calculator.
A few questions, answered
How can I check the default inputs by hand?
Radius 2 and slanted length 10 at 30° give height 5 and volume 20π.
Which rule does this calculator apply?
V=πr² L sin θ