Solution Dilution Calculator
Solve the C1V1 = C2V2 equation for any value and see how much diluent to add.
Dilute a stock solution
Result: —
Stock solution: —
Diluent to add: —
How to use the Solution Dilution Calculator
- Choose which value you want to solve for.
- Enter the three known concentrations and volumes.
- Read the answer and the volume of diluent to add.
Features
- Solves for C1, V1, C2 or V2
- Built on the C1V1 = C2V2 equation
- Shows the diluent volume to add
- Runs locally, no uploads
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the free online solution dilution calculator.
The dilution equation is C1 times V1 equals C2 times V2, where C1 and V1 describe the stock
solution and C2 and V2 the diluted one.
Multiply the stock concentration by the stock volume, then divide by the final concentration
to get the final volume after dilution.
Subtract the stock volume from the final volume. The difference is the volume of solvent you
add to reach the target.
Yes. Both concentrations must share one unit and both volumes another, though either pair may
be litres or millilitres.
Yes. Set the solve option to stock concentration and fill in the other three values to find
the strength you started with.
Dilution only adds solvent, so the moles of solute stay the same while the volume rises and
the concentration falls.
No. The dilution calculation runs locally in your browser and your values never leave your
device.
Yes. The calculator is responsive and behaves the same way on a phone, a tablet or a desktop
computer.
Last updated: October 10, 2026