Scale Calculator
Calculate scale ratios and convert measurements between different scales. Perfect for models, architecture, maps, blueprints, and miniature projects.
Step 1: Measurement Details
Understanding Scale Ratios
A scale of 1:10 means 1 unit on the model equals 10 units in real life. For enlargements (blueprints), 10:1 means 10 units on the drawing equals 1 unit in reality.
Step 2: Scale Details
Scale Applications
Scale calculations are used in architecture (blueprints), model making, map reading, engineering drawings, miniature crafting, and any project requiring proportional resizing.
Scale Calculation Results
Scaled Measurement
Common Scale Comparisons
| Scale Ratio | Common Use | Scaled Measurement | Reduction Factor |
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Scale Visualization
Scale Formula
Scaled Measurement = Original Measurement ÷ Scale Denominator
For reduction scales (1:X): Divide original measurement by X. For enlargement scales (X:1): Multiply original measurement by X. Area scales by the square of the ratio, volume by the cube.
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