How to use it
- Enter length in feet.
- Enter width in feet.
- Enter depth in inches, then click Calculate.
What it does – The Crusher Fines Calculator turns the dimensions of your project (length, width, depth) into three useful quantities: cubic yards of material, an approximate weight in US tons, and the raw cubic‑feet volume. Knowing the yardage tells you how many loads to order, while the ton estimate helps you budget freight or equipment capacity. The cubic‑feet figure is handy for comparing against supplier specs that list material in feet.
Why it matters – Ordering too little means costly trips back to the yard; ordering too much wastes money and space. The instant results let you adjust dimensions on the fly and see the impact on cost and logistics.
How to read it – Cubic yards = total volume ÷ 27; Tons = cubic yards × 1.4; Cubic feet = length × width × depth ÷ 12.
Pro tips
- Add 5‑10% extra for compaction and spillage.
- Round up to the nearest .5 yard for easier ordering.
- Check supplier's minimum load size before finalizing.
- Double‑check depth conversion from inches to feet.
Real-life examples
- Homeowner landscaping a new patio and needs to know how much crusher fines to order.
- Contractor grading a driveway and wants to estimate material weight for truck load limits.
- DIY gardener building raised beds and wants precise volume to match soil mix ratios.
Case study
Mike planned a 10 ft × 10 ft patio 6 in deep. The calculator gave 1.85 yd³ and about 2.6 tons. He ordered 2 yd³, saved a delivery trip and stayed under budget.