Liters to Pints Converter
Enter the volume in liters below to convert it to pints.
Convert Liters to Pints (US)
Enter a value in liters (L) to convert to pints (us) (pt).
Liter to Pint Conversion Table
Table showing various liter measurements converted to pints. Click any preset value or arrow to load it into the converter.
| Liters (L) | Pints (US) (pt) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 L | 1.0566882 pt |
| 1 L | 2.1133764 pt |
| 2 L | 4.2267528 pt |
| 5 L | 10.5668821 pt |
| 10 L | 21.1337642 pt |
| 15 L | 31.7006463 pt |
| 20 L | 42.2675284 pt |
| 25 L | 52.8344105 pt |
| 30 L | 63.4012926 pt |
| 50 L | 105.6688209 pt |
How to Convert Liters to Pints
To convert liters to pints, multiply the volume by the following conversion ratio: 2.1133764 pints/liter.
Since one liter is equal to 2.1133764 pints, you can use this simple formula to convert:
The volume in pints is equal to the volume in liters multiplied by 2.1133764.
For example, here's how to convert 1 liters to pints using the formula above.
How Many Pints Are in a Liter?
There are 2.1133764 pints in a liter, which is why we use this value in the formula above.
Our liter to pint calculator automatically converts your volume measurements with full decimal and scientific precision across US customary, imperial, and SI metric standards.
Liters and pints are both units used to measure volume. Keep reading to learn more about each unit.
What Is a Liter?
Metric unit of volume equal to 1 cubic decimeter (1,000 mL). It serves as a primary reference unit for measuring volume across scientific and practical applications. [1]
The liter is classified as a metric and SI-compatible unit of volume. Liters can be abbreviated as L; for example, 1 liter can be written as 1 L.
As the primary coherent reference unit for volume in this category, all other volume units are mathematically anchored to the liter (L).
In practice, liters (L) are widely used across standard volume applications within SI metric workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
What Is a Pint?
A pint is a unit of volume equal to 0.4731765 liters (L), the base unit for volume. Equal to 1/2 US quart or 16 US fluid ounces (473.18 mL). [2]
The pint is classified as a US customary unit of volume. Pints can be abbreviated as pt; for example, 1 pint can be written as 1 pt.
When working with pints (pt) in formulas or technical specifications, always verify whether your target system uses SI metric, US customary, or British imperial standards.
In practice, pints (pt) are widely used across standard volume applications within US customary workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
When converting volume between liters (L) and pints (pt), keep full floating-point precision (1 L = 2.1133764 pt; 1 pt = 0.4731765 L) during intermediate calculations and round only the final pint figure to match your instrument tolerance.
More Liter & Pint Conversions
Need to calculate in the opposite direction? Use our pints (us) to liters converter (pt to L) to switch your starting unit immediately. You can also explore related tools such as converting quarts (us) to pints (us), converting milliliters to pints (us), or converting liters to gallons (us).
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Frequently Asked Questions
References
- [1]NIST OWM StandardNIST OWM (SI Units — Volume)·Volume & Liquid Metrology Standard — Liters (L) to Pints (US) (pt)
- [2]NIST HB 44 SpecificationNIST HB 44 (Liquid & Dry Capacity Tables)·Unit Specifications: Liter (L) & Pint (US Liquid) (pt)
- [3]NIST SP 811 ReferenceNIST SP 811 (NIST SP 811 App. B.9)·Conversion Factors & Mathematical Basis (L to pt)