Convert Cubic meter (m³) (m3) to Cup (US) (cup)
Category: Volume
1 m3 = 4226.752838 cup
High-precision rounding: 6 decimals
How to convert cubic meter (m³) to cup (us)
We convert by pivoting through the SI base unit for Volume and applying exact factors where applicable.
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Examples
Linear unit conversions use standardized factors; many are exact by definition (e.g., 1 in = 25.4 mm, 1 ft = 0.3048 m).
Common mistakes
- Mixing US gallons (3.785 L) with Imperial gallons (4.546 L).
- Assuming kitchen ‘cup’ equals the same volume in every country.
About Volume
Volume measures the space a substance occupies. SI uses cubic meters and liters; customary units like gallons, quarts, and pints persist in recipes, fuel, and containers. Accurate volume work often requires temperature and density considerations (e.g., for fuels).
About Cubic meter (m³)
Cubic meter (m³)
SI unit of volume; equals 1,000 L. Used for gas consumption, building volume, and bulk materials. Matches SI equations for density and flow.
History: Defined by the meter since metric adoption; central to engineering calculations and CFD/ventilation sizing.
About Cup (US)
Cup (US)
≈ 236.588 mL. Informal cooking measure; exact value may vary by country and cookbook conventions.
History: Culinary traditions standardized local cup sizes; US customary cup is common in recipes and nutrition.