Surface Tension Calculator

Free calculate surface tension, capillary rise, and meniscus height. determine surface tension from force, length, and contact angle for liquids.

Input Parameters

Results

Enter force and length to calculate surface tension

Surface Tension Formula

Formula

γ = F / (2L)

Where:

  • • γ = surface tension (N/m)
  • • F = force (N)
  • • L = length (m)

Common Values

  • • Water (20°C): 0.0728 N/m
  • • Mercury: 0.465 N/m
  • • Ethanol: 0.0223 N/m
  • • Soap solution: 0.025 N/m

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