About Surface Area Calculator
Our Surface Area Calculator helps you determine the total area that the surface of a three-dimensional object occupies. This tool is essential for students, engineers, architects, and anyone working with geometric shapes.
Key Features:
- Calculate surface area for multiple 3D shapes including cubes, spheres, cylinders, cones, and pyramids
- Support for different units of measurement (cm, m, in, ft)
- Instant results with precise calculations
- Displays the mathematical formulas used
- Mobile-friendly and responsive design
Common Applications:
- Academic geometry problems
- Construction and architectural planning
- Packaging design and material estimation
- 3D modeling and computer graphics
- Manufacturing and material cost calculations
Formulas Used:
- Cube: SA = 6a² (where a is the edge length)
- Sphere: SA = 4πr² (where r is the radius)
- Cylinder: SA = 2πr² + 2πrh (where r is radius, h is height)
- Cone: SA = πr² + πr√(r² + h²) (where r is radius, h is height)
- Square Pyramid: SA = a² + 2a√((a²/4) + h²) (where a is base edge, h is height)