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API Gravity Converter

Convert between API gravity, specific gravity, and density for crude oil and liquids. Includes oil classification by API gravity and price adjustment.

Inputs

Standard = 60°F

For revenue estimate

Results

Specific Gravity

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Density

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lb/gal

Density (kg/m³)

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kg/m³

Oil Classification

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Equations

Specific Gravity: SG = 141.5 / (API + 131.5)

Density (lb/gal): ρ = SG × 8.337

API Classification: Light crude > 31.1°API, Medium 22.3–31.1°API, Heavy 10–22.3°API, Extra-heavy < 10°API

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Disclaimer: For screening and planning purposes only. Verify with detailed engineering calculations before field operations.