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Convert US Gallons to US Cups

Seamlessly convert values from US Gallons (gal) to US Cups (cup). Includes the exact formula, a quick reference table, and real-world context.

Conversion Formula

US Cups = US Gallons × 15.999195

US Gallons to US Cups Conversion Table

US Gallons (gal)US Cups (cup)
1 gal15.9992 cup
2 gal31.9984 cup
5 gal79.996 cup
10 gal159.99 cup
15 gal239.99 cup
20 gal319.98 cup
25 gal399.98 cup
50 gal799.96 cup
100 gal1599.92 cup
500 gal7999.6 cup

About US Gallons

The US gallon is an imperial unit of volume equal to 128 fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters. It is used primarily in the United States for fuel pricing, milk packaging, and large volume liquid measurements.

Real-World Examples

  • The average American uses about 80 to 100 gallons of water per day
  • A standard gas tank for a sedan holds 12 to 16 gallons
  • A residential swimming pool holds 15,000 to 30,000 gallons

💡 Did you know? The US gallon and the imperial (UK) gallon are different sizes. A US gallon is 3.785 liters, while an imperial gallon is 4.546 liters, making it about 20% larger.

About US Cups

The US cup is a cooking measurement equal to 8 US fluid ounces or approximately 237 milliliters. It is the primary volume measurement used in American cooking and baking recipes.

Real-World Examples

  • A standard coffee mug holds about 1.5 cups
  • Most rice recipes call for 1 cup of dry rice
  • The daily recommended water intake is about 8 cups for adults

💡 Did you know? The metric cup used in Australia and New Zealand is exactly 250 mL, while the US cup is 236.6 mL and the Japanese cup is 200 mL, which can cause recipe conversion confusion.

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