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Radiator Coolant & Antifreeze Water Mix Ratio Calculator (Freeze & Boil Point)

Calculate exact liters/gallons of concentrated antifreeze and distilled water required for 50/50 or 60/40 coolant mixtures, and see exact freeze protection (°C/°F) and boiling protection under radiator cap pressure.

Calculated Result

Concentrated Antifreeze Volume Required

3.75liters antifreeze

Calculator Inputs

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Concentrated Antifreeze Volume Required

3.75liters antifreeze

Distilled Water Volume Required

3.75 liters water

Freezing Point Protection (°C)

-38.2 °C freeze

Boiling Protection with Pressure Cap (°C)

127 °C boil

Coolant Liquid Components Split: Pure Antifreeze vs Distilled Water (Liters)

Antifreeze Liters
3.75 L(50%)
Distilled Water
3.75 L(50%)

Complies with ASTM D3306 ethylene glycol engine cooling standards. Never use tap water in aluminum engine cooling systems.

This calculator is designed for educational and informational purposes based on publicly declared statutory frameworks. The outputs do not constitute binding financial, tax, or legal advice. We assume no liability for decisions made based on these estimates. Always verify with the relevant official authorities or a certified professional advisor.

Calculation Methodology

Concentrated Antifreeze (L) = System Capacity * (Target Ratio % / 100). Distilled Water (L) = System Capacity - Antifreeze. 50/50 mix protects down to -37°C (-34°F) and boils at 129°C (264°F) with a standard 15 PSI pressure cap.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pure ethylene glycol actually freezes at only -12°C (10°F) and has poor thermal heat-transfer capabilities. Water is the active cooling agent that carries heat away.

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