What is a fluid ounce (UK)?

A fluid ounce (UK) is a unit of liquid volume in the British imperial system, defined as 1/160 of an imperial gallon, exactly 28.4130625 millilitres.

How many centiliters are in one fluid ounce (UK)?

One fluid ounce (UK) equals 2.84130625 centiliters.

Can I use this converter for US fluid ounces?

No, the UK fluid ounce differs from the US fluid ounce, so conversions should not be mixed to avoid errors.

Why convert from fluid ounce (UK) to centiliter?

Converting to centiliters allows for easier use of metric measurements in cooking, medicine, and laboratory settings where metric units are standard.

How to Convert from Fluid ounce (UK) [fl oz (UK)] to Centiliter [cL]?

Learn how to convert volume measurements from fluid ounce (UK) [fl oz (UK)] to centiliter [cL] easily with this detailed guide and practical examples.

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What Is This Tool?

This converter helps translate volume values from the British imperial unit fluid ounce (UK) to the metric centiliter, facilitating compatibility between traditional UK measurements and modern metric standards.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the volume value in fluid ounce (UK) you wish to convert.
Select fluid ounce (UK) as the source unit and centiliter as the target unit.
View the converted value in centiliters instantly.

Key Features

Converts fluid ounce (UK) values to centiliters precisely using established conversion rates.
Supports volume measurement conversions used in culinary, beverage, pharmaceutical, and laboratory contexts.
Offers clear examples illustrating the conversion process for practical understanding.

Examples

5 fl oz (UK) converts to approximately 14.21 cL.
10 fl oz (UK) converts to approximately 28.41 cL.

Common Use Cases

Translating British imperial measurements in recipes to metric for cooking or baking.
Converting beverage volumes in bartending and service to metric units.
Interpreting volume quantities on pharmaceutical labels or clinical samples referencing UK units.

Tips & Best Practices

Always verify the unit system to avoid confusing the UK fluid ounce with the US fluid ounce.
Use the converter to ensure compatibility between older British measures and current metric standards.
Double-check conversions in critical contexts such as pharmaceuticals or scientific reporting.

Limitations

Rounding may affect precision when converting fractional volumes.
Mixing UK and US fluid ounces can lead to significant inaccuracies.
Centiliter is less commonly used worldwide compared to milliliters, which might limit its international applicability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a fluid ounce (UK)?: A fluid ounce (UK) is a unit of liquid volume in the British imperial system, defined as 1/160 of an imperial gallon, exactly 28.4130625 millilitres.
How many centiliters are in one fluid ounce (UK)?: One fluid ounce (UK) equals 2.84130625 centiliters.
Can I use this converter for US fluid ounces?: No, the UK fluid ounce differs from the US fluid ounce, so conversions should not be mixed to avoid errors.
Why convert from fluid ounce (UK) to centiliter?: Converting to centiliters allows for easier use of metric measurements in cooking, medicine, and laboratory settings where metric units are standard.

Key Terminology

Fluid ounce (UK): A British imperial unit of liquid volume equal to exactly 28.4130625 millilitres.
Centiliter (cL): A metric volume unit equal to 1/100 of a liter, or 10 milliliters.
Imperial gallon: A British volume unit of which the fluid ounce (UK) is 1/160 part.

Quick Knowledge Check

What volume does 1 fluid ounce (UK) represent in centiliters?

1.5 cL

2.84130625 cL

3.5 cL

Which system does the fluid ounce (UK) belong to?

US customary system

British imperial system

Metric system

What is a common use for converting fluid ounce (UK) to centiliters?

Cooking and recipes

Measuring distance

Weight calculation

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