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Weight Calculator

Calculate motorcycle key weight based on material properties and dimensional specifications with support for volume computation and weight optimization for manufacturing and shipping requirements.

±0.1 Precision (g)
6+ Materials
8-40 Weight Range (g)

Calculate Key Weight

Enter your specifications to determine key weight

Total length of the key
Width of the key blade
Thickness of the key material
Percentage of material removed by cuts

Calculation Results

Key weight specifications

Example Results (Brass, 68mm x 9.5mm x 2.2mm, Standard Head)
Total Weight: 12.8 g
Blade Weight: 9.2 g
Head Weight: 3.6 g
Weight Category: Standard

How It Works

Our calculator uses material density and dimensional analysis to accurately determine key weight, considering volume calculations, material cuts, and head type variations for precise manufacturing specifications.

  • Volume computation
  • Material density analysis
  • Cut percentage adjustment
  • Head type variations

Material Properties

Comprehensive database of material densities for accurate weight calculations including brass, steel, aluminum, and titanium alloys with their specific gravity values.

  • Brass: 8.5 g/cm³
  • Steel: 7.8 g/cm³
  • Aluminum: 2.7 g/cm³
  • Titanium: 4.5 g/cm³

Weight Optimization

Analysis tools for weight optimization considering manufacturing costs, shipping expenses, user comfort, and material efficiency for optimal key design.

  • Cost optimization
  • Shipping efficiency
  • User comfort analysis
  • Material efficiency

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Learn how to use the weight calculator for accurate key specifications

1

Select Key Material

Choose the material for your key as different materials have varying densities that significantly affect the final weight calculation.

2

Enter Key Dimensions

Input the length, width, and thickness of your key. These dimensions determine the base volume used for weight calculations.

3

Choose Head Type

Select the type of key head as different head types have varying weights due to additional components like transponders or rubber materials.

4

Set Cut Percentage

Specify the percentage of material removed by key cuts and grooves, which reduces the overall weight from the solid volume calculation.

5

Review Results

Analyze the calculated weight breakdown including blade weight, head weight, and total weight for manufacturing and shipping planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about key weight calculations and specifications

How do I calculate motorcycle key weight?

Key weight is calculated by multiplying the key volume by the material density. Volume is determined from length, width, and thickness dimensions, considering any cuts or grooves.

What affects motorcycle key weight?

Key weight depends on material type (brass, steel, aluminum), dimensions (length, width, thickness), key cuts, grooves, and any additional features like transponder chips or rubber heads.

Why is key weight important?

Key weight affects user comfort, keychain load, manufacturing costs, shipping expenses, and can influence the feel and perceived quality of the key.

What is the typical weight range for motorcycle keys?

Standard motorcycle keys typically weigh between 8-25 grams, depending on material and size. Brass keys are heavier than aluminum, while transponder keys may weigh 15-40 grams including electronics.

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