Disinfectant Mix Calculator

Choose ratio or percent method for mixing onsite. Convert gallons and liters with confidence fast. Print results, share batches, and reduce rework risks daily.

Inputs

Pick the method matching your product instructions.
Results are shown in your chosen unit.
This is the total volume after mixing.
Example: 5% concentrate, or 12.5% solution.
Must be lower than the stock concentration.
1 part concentrate with X parts water.
Optional: adds extra volume for sprayer loss.
Multiplies totals for repeated mixing.
Use fewer decimals for field measuring cups.
Reset

Example Data Table

Scenario Method Inputs Output Summary
Surface wipe-down Percent Stock 5%, Target 0.5%, Final 20 L Concentrate 2 L, Water 18 L
Tool decontamination Percent Stock 12.5%, Target 0.8%, Final 15 L Concentrate 0.96 L, Water 14.04 L
General washdown Ratio 1:9, Final 10 US gal Concentrate 1.00 gal, Water 9.00 gal
Light misting Ratio 1:49, Final 25 L Concentrate 0.50 L, Water 24.50 L
Examples are for math demonstration only. Follow the product label for allowable concentrations and contact times.

Formula Used

Percent dilution method
C1 × V1 = C2 × V2
  • C1 = stock concentration (%)
  • C2 = target concentration (%)
  • V2 = final mix volume
  • V1 = concentrate needed = (C2/C1) × V2
  • Water needed = V2 − V1
Ratio method (1 : X)
Total parts = 1 + X
  • Concentrate = V / (1 + X)
  • Water = V − Concentrate
  • Example: 1:9 means 10 total parts
  • Allowance adds extra volume for losses
  • Batches multiply totals for repeated mixing

Units are converted internally using liters, then shown back in your selected unit. Rounding helps match available measuring tools onsite.

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Select a mix method that matches your label instructions.
  2. Choose a volume unit used on your jobsite containers.
  3. Enter the final mix volume you want to prepare.
  4. For percent, enter stock and target concentrations.
  5. For ratio, enter water parts in the 1:X ratio.
  6. Optional: add loss/allowance and set batch count.
  7. Press Calculate Mix to see totals above the form.
  8. Use Download CSV/PDF to share with your crew.
Practical tip: Measure concentrate first, add water second, then mix gently. Keep containers labeled with the target strength and date.

Mix planning for crews

On construction sites, disinfectant mixing must be repeatable across shifts. Standardizing the target strength reduces under‑treatment and avoids material damage. This calculator outputs concentrate and water volumes for a chosen final batch, helping supervisors issue clear mixing instructions to every sprayer operator. It also supports common tank sizes like 5, 15, and 25 liters with consistent scaling.

Choosing dilution method

Labels typically specify either a percent concentration or a ratio such as 1:9. The percent method uses C1V1=C2V2 to scale from stock to target. The ratio method divides the final volume into total parts, then assigns one part to concentrate and the remainder to water. When stock is pre‑mixed, ratio mode keeps decisions simple for general washdowns.

Unit conversions and batching

Field containers vary from liters to gallons. The calculator converts everything through liters internally, then reports in the selected unit for easy measuring. Batch count multiplies totals so you can prepare several identical tanks without re‑entering values, supporting multi‑zone cleaning schedules. Rounding settings match the precision of jugs, syringes, or measuring cups kept in the site store.

Allowance and waste control

Real sites lose liquid to hose priming, overspray, and container residue. The allowance input increases the planned volume by a selected percentage, keeping crews from remixing mid‑task. Using a small allowance also helps maintain contact time, since applicators are less likely to thin mixes to stretch supply. Track typical loss rates by task and adjust allowance to improve forecasting.

Documentation for compliance

Exportable results improve traceability. A saved CSV supports daily logs, while a printed PDF can be attached to method statements or hygiene checklists. Consistent documentation helps align subcontractors, simplifies audits, and supports training by showing the same numbers every time. Record date, area cleaned, and responsible person to strengthen compliance records. If specifications change, update targets and reprint sheets so crews never rely on outdated mix cards posted in lockers or taped to sprayers again.

FAQs

1. What inputs should I use for stock and target percent?

Use the stock percent from the container label and the target percent from your method statement. Enter the final volume you want in the tank. The calculator returns concentrate and water volumes for that batch.

2. When should I choose ratio mixing instead of percent?

Choose ratio mode when the label specifies 1:X, or when crews mix from pre-portioned concentrates. Ratio mixing is fast onsite and reduces mistakes when percent figures are not provided.

3. How does the loss or allowance percentage affect results?

Allowance increases the planned final volume to cover sprayer priming, overspray, and residue. A 5% allowance multiplies the final volume by 1.05, then splits it into concentrate and water.

4. Can I prepare multiple identical tanks for a large area?

Yes. Set the batch count to the number of tanks you need. The calculator multiplies concentrate and water totals so you can measure once and distribute consistently across crews.

5. Why do results change when I change units?

The math does not change. Units only change how the same volumes are displayed. Internally the calculator converts to liters, performs calculations, then converts back to your selected unit.

6. Is this calculator a substitute for label instructions?

No. It only performs the mixing math. Always follow label directions for allowed strengths, surface compatibility, contact time, and required PPE. Use the calculator to apply those requirements consistently.

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