1. What is Boyle's Law?

Boyle's Law states that the pressure and volume of a gas have an inverse relationship when temperature is held constant. For a fixed amount of gas at constant temperature, the product of pressure and volume is constant.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses Boyle's Law formula:

Where:

• \( V \) — Final volume (m³)
• \( P1 \) — Initial pressure (Pa)
• \( V1 \) — Initial volume (m³)
• \( P2 \) — Final pressure (Pa)

Explanation: This equation calculates the new volume of a gas when pressure changes at constant temperature, which is essential for determining air storage tank capacity.

3. Importance of Air Tank Capacity Calculation

Details: Accurate air tank capacity calculation is crucial for industrial applications, pneumatic systems design, scuba diving equipment, and compressed air storage systems to ensure proper system performance and safety.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter initial pressure in Pascals (Pa), initial volume in cubic meters (m³), and final pressure in Pascals (Pa). All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What units should I use for pressure and volume?
A: The calculator uses Pascals (Pa) for pressure and cubic meters (m³) for volume. Make sure to convert your measurements to these units before calculation.

Q2: Does Boyle's Law apply to all gases?
A: Boyle's Law applies to ideal gases under constant temperature conditions. For real gases, it provides a good approximation at moderate temperatures and pressures.

Q3: What if temperature changes during the process?
A: Boyle's Law assumes constant temperature. If temperature changes, you would need to use the combined gas law that accounts for temperature variations.

Q4: Can I use different pressure units?
A: Yes, but you must ensure all pressure values use the same units and convert them to Pascals for accurate calculation (1 atm = 101325 Pa, 1 bar = 100000 Pa).

Q5: What are typical applications of this calculation?
A: This calculation is used in compressed air systems, scuba diving equipment, pneumatic controls, industrial gas storage, and various engineering applications involving gas compression and expansion.