Volume of Capsule Calculator

Enter the radius and cylindrical height to calculate the capsule’s volume instantly.

Radius

Cylindrical Height

About Volume of Capsule

The Volume of Capsule Calculator quickly computes the space inside a capsule (a cylinder with two hemispherical ends) from its radius and cylindrical height. Whether you're solving geometry problems or working in engineering, medicine, packaging, or 3D graphics, you’ll get accurate results in one click.

What is a Capsule?

A capsule—also called a spherocylinder—combines a cylindrical body with hemispherical ends. Think of a medicine capsule or a rugby ball. The volume is the total space the shape encloses.

Everyday examples:

Medicine – Pharmaceutical capsules.

Sports – Rugby balls and similar shapes.

Design – 3D modeling and graphics.

Engineering – Packaging and fluid simulations.

Formula for Volume of a Capsule

Use the standard formula:

Volume = πr²h + (4/3)πr³

Where r is the radius of the spherical ends, h is the height of the cylindrical section, and π ≈ 3.1416.

Example Calculation

For r = 3 cm and h = 10 cm:

Volume = π × (3²) × 10 + (4/3) × π × (3³)
= 3.1416 × 90 + 113.1
≈ 395.84 cm³

Features of the Volume of Capsule Calculator:

Quick inputs for radius and cylindrical height

Supports cm³, m³, in³, ft³, etc.

Instant and precise volume results

Works on mobile, tablet, and desktop

100% free, no registration required

Ideal For:

Math and geometry students

Teachers and educators

Engineers and architects

Pharma & packaging professionals

3D modeling and physics simulations

Calculate capsule volumes with ease — fast, accurate, and beginner-friendly.