Chemical Dilution Factor (DF
The Dilution Factor (DF) measures how many times a stock solution is diluted to reach a lower target concentration.
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💡 Practical Example
100 mM Stock C1 to 10 mM Final C2 (500 mL final V2): Dilution Factor DF = 100 / 10 = 10.0x (1:10 dilution). Stock Volume V1 = 50.0 mL | Solvent Volume = 450.0 mL.
📖 About Chemical Dilution Factor (DF
The Dilution Factor (DF) measures how many times a stock solution is diluted to reach a lower target concentration.
To use the Chemical Dilution Factor (DF) & Fold Dilution Calculator, enter your Stock Initial Concentration (C1), Desired Final Concentration (C2), Desired Final Solution Volume (V2). The calculator instantly computes Dilution Factor (DF), Stock Solution Volume Needed (V1) and more. Results update in real time as you change any input — no submit button needed.
How to Use This Calculator
Enter your Stock Initial Concentration (C1) (e.g. 100 in mM), Desired Final Concentration (C2) (e.g. 10 in mM), and Desired Final Solution Volume (V2) (e.g. 500 in mL). Results update instantly as you type — adjust any value to compare scenarios.
The Formula
Dilution Factor (DF) = Stock Concentration C1 ÷ Final Concentration C2 = Final Volume V2 ÷ Stock Volume V1
Stock Volume V1 = (C2 × V2) ÷ C1
Solvent Volume = V2 - V1
Worked Example
100 mM Stock C1 to 10 mM Final C2 (500 mL final V2):
Dilution Factor DF = 100 / 10 = 10.0x (1:10 dilution).
Stock Volume V1 = 50.0 mL | Solvent Volume = 450.0 mL.
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