How to convert cubic centimeters to liters
To convert a measurement in cubic centimeters to liters, multiply the value by 0.001. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the liter.
For example, to convert 5 cm³ to liters: 5 × 0.001 = 0.005 L.
What is a cubic centimeter?
A cubic centimeter is a metric unit of volume equal to the space of a cube one centimeter on each side, exactly equal to one milliliter. Long abbreviated 'cc', the cubic centimeter is the classic unit for engine displacement on motorcycles and small engines, and for medical fluid volumes before 'mL' became the preferred medical term.
Common uses of cubic centimeters include: Engine displacement on motorcycles and small engines; Medical fluid volumes (cc); Material volume in engineering and 3D modeling; Laboratory measurements.
What is a liter?
A liter is a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters or one cubic decimeter, about 0.264 US gallons. Introduced in France in 1795, the liter was originally defined as the volume of one kilogram of water. It is accepted for use with the SI and is the everyday unit of volume for liquids across most of the world.
Common uses of liters include: Beverage and bottle sizes; Fuel sold at the pump in most countries; Engine displacement (e.g. a 2.0 L engine); Cooking and liquid recipe quantities.
Cubic Centimeters to liters worked examples
Here are some common values converted:
1 cm³ = 0.001 L 5 cm³ = 0.005 L 10 cm³ = 0.01 L 50 cm³ = 0.05 L 100 cm³ = 0.1 L
Frequently asked questions
How many liters are in one cubic centimeter?
One cubic centimeter (cm³) equals 0.001 liters (L). Multiply any value in cubic centimeters by 0.001 to convert to liters.
How do I convert cubic centimeters to liters?
Multiply the value in cubic centimeters by 0.001. For example, 5 cm³ × 0.001 = 0.005 L.
How do I convert liters to cubic centimeters?
Multiply the value in liters by 1,000, or divide by 0.001. Use the swap button on the converter above to reverse the direction.
Is the cubic centimeter to liter conversion exact?
Conversions between metric volumes are exact by definition. US and imperial volumes are defined exactly relative to the liter, so these factors are exact.
What is the formula for cubic centimeters to liters?
The formula is: L = cm³ × 0.001. This comes from the definition of both units relative to the liter.