Pint to Milliliter Converter
Convert between US pint, UK pint, and milliliters (mL) with this easy-to-use converter.
US Pint
1 US Pint = 473.176473 mL
Used primarily in the United States for liquid measurements.
UK Pint
1 UK Pint = 568.26125 mL
Used in the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth countries.
Milliliter
SI unit of volume equal to 1 cubic centimeter.
1 mL = 0.0021133764 US Pint
1 mL = 0.001759754 UK Pint
Pint to Milliliter Conversion Table
US Pint to Milliliter Conversion Table
| US Pint (pt) | Milliliter (mL) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 pt | 47.317647 mL |
| 0.25 pt | 118.294118 mL |
| 0.5 pt | 236.588237 mL |
| 1 pt | 473.176473 mL |
| 2 pt | 946.352946 mL |
| 3 pt | 1,419.529419 mL |
| 4 pt | 1,892.705892 mL |
| 5 pt | 2,365.882365 mL |
| 10 pt | 4,731.76473 mL |
| 20 pt | 9,463.52946 mL |
| 50 pt | 23,658.82365 mL |
| 100 pt | 47,317.6473 mL |
UK Pint to Milliliter Conversion Table
| UK Pint (pt) | Milliliter (mL) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 pt | 56.826125 mL |
| 0.25 pt | 142.06531 mL |
| 0.5 pt | 284.13063 mL |
| 1 pt | 568.26125 mL |
| 2 pt | 1,136.5225 mL |
| 3 pt | 1,704.78375 mL |
| 4 pt | 2,273.045 mL |
| 5 pt | 2,841.30625 mL |
| 10 pt | 5,682.6125 mL |
| 20 pt | 11,365.225 mL |
| 50 pt | 28,413.0625 mL |
| 100 pt | 56,826.125 mL |
How to Convert Between Pints and Milliliters
US Pint to Milliliter Conversion
To convert from US pints to milliliters, multiply the pint value by 473.176473:
Example: Convert 3 US pints to milliliters
UK Pint to Milliliter Conversion
To convert from UK pints to milliliters, multiply the pint value by 568.26125:
Example: Convert 2.5 UK pints to milliliters
Milliliter to US Pint Conversion
To convert from milliliters to US pints, multiply the milliliter value by 0.0021133764:
Example: Convert 1000 milliliters to US pints
Milliliter to UK Pint Conversion
To convert from milliliters to UK pints, multiply the milliliter value by 0.001759754:
Example: Convert 1000 milliliters to UK pints
US Pint to UK Pint Conversion
To convert from US pints to UK pints, multiply the US pint value by 0.8327:
Example: Convert 5 US pints to UK pints
UK Pint to US Pint Conversion
To convert from UK pints to US pints, multiply the UK pint value by 1.2009:
Example: Convert 4 UK pints to US pints
Understanding Pints and Milliliters
US Pint
The US pint is a unit of volume in the United States customary system of units. It is equal to 16 US fluid ounces or approximately 473.176473 milliliters. The US pint is commonly used for measuring liquids such as milk, beer, and other beverages in the United States.
The US also has a dry pint which is used for dry goods and is equal to 551 milliliters, but the liquid pint is more commonly used.
UK (Imperial) Pint
The UK pint, also known as the imperial pint, is a unit of volume in the imperial system of measurement. It is equal to 20 imperial fluid ounces or approximately 568.26125 milliliters. The UK pint is commonly used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and some Commonwealth countries for measuring beer, cider, and milk.
The UK pint is about 20% larger than the US pint, which can lead to confusion when recipes or measurements are shared between countries using different systems.
Milliliter
The milliliter (mL) is a metric unit of volume equal to one-thousandth of a liter. It is part of the International System of Units (SI) and is widely used around the world for precise measurements of liquids in scientific, medical, and culinary applications.
One milliliter is equivalent to one cubic centimeter (cc), making it easy to visualize: it’s the volume of a cube that measures 1 cm on each side.
Practical Applications of Pint to Milliliter Conversions
Cooking and Baking
Converting between pints and milliliters is crucial in the kitchen, especially when using recipes from different countries. For example, a UK recipe calling for 1 pint of cream would require 568.26125 mL, while a US recipe would only need 473.176473 mL for 1 pint.
Beverage Industry
In the beverage industry, understanding these conversions is essential for packaging and serving sizes. A standard pint glass in the UK holds 568 mL, while in the US, it typically holds 473 mL.
Medical and Scientific Fields
In medical and scientific settings, precise measurements are critical. While milliliters are more commonly used due to their precision, understanding pint conversions can be helpful when dealing with older equipment or literature that uses imperial or US customary units.
International Trade
For businesses involved in international trade, especially those dealing with liquids, understanding the difference between US and UK pints and their relation to milliliters is crucial for accurate labeling, pricing, and compliance with local regulations.
Tips for Accurate Conversions
- Always check whether a recipe or measurement is using US or UK pints before converting to milliliters.
- When precision is crucial, use the exact conversion factors rather than rounded numbers.
- For everyday cooking, slight variations in conversions are usually not significant, but in scientific or medical contexts, precision is paramount.
- Remember that 1 mL = 1 cm³, which can be helpful for visualizing volumes.
- When possible, use a reliable digital converter or calculator to ensure accuracy in your conversions.
Understanding these conversions and their applications can greatly enhance your ability to work with different measurement systems, whether you’re cooking, traveling, or working in a field that requires precise liquid measurements.