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Rectangular Prism Calculator

Instantly find volume, surface area, and diagonal of any box

Dimensions

Results

Volume
120cm³
L × W × H
Total Surface Area
158cm²
2(LW + LH + WH)
Lateral Surface Area
78cm²
2(LH + WH)
Space Diagonal
9.8995cm
√(L² + W² + H²)
Total Edge Length
64cm
4(L + W + H)

Face Areas

Front / Back facesL × H = 8 × 3
24cm²each
Left / Right facesW × H = 5 × 3
15cm²each
Top / Bottom facesL × W = 8 × 5
40cm²each

Formulas

  • Volume = L × W × H
  • Surface Area = 2(LW + LH + WH)
  • Lateral SA = 2(LH + WH) — sides only
  • Space Diagonal = √(L² + W² + H²)
  • Total Edges = 4(L + W + H)
About

Use this rectangular prism calculator to instantly compute the volume, total surface area, lateral surface area, space diagonal, and individual face areas of any box or cuboid shape. Simply enter the length, width, and height — results update in real time. Ideal for packaging, shipping, construction, and geometry homework.

FAQ
What is the formula for the volume of a rectangular prism?+

Volume = Length × Width × Height (V = L × W × H). For example, a box measuring 8 cm × 5 cm × 3 cm has a volume of 120 cm³.

How is total surface area different from lateral surface area?+

Total surface area includes all six faces: 2(LW + LH + WH). Lateral surface area covers only the four side faces (excluding top and bottom): 2(LH + WH). This distinction matters for painting walls vs. flooring, for instance.

What is the space diagonal of a rectangular prism?+

The space diagonal is the longest internal line connecting two opposite corners of the prism, calculated as √(L² + W² + H²). It represents the maximum object length that can fit diagonally inside the box.

Can I use this calculator for a cube?+

Yes — simply enter equal values for length, width, and height. A cube is a special case of a rectangular prism where all three dimensions are the same.

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