Contained Metal Calculator
Calculate contained metal from tonnage and grade using matching mass units.
A QUICK WALKTHROUGH
How to use this tool
- Enter values measured on a matching basis.
- Review the stated convention and formula.
- Calculate locally in your browser.
Formula and limits
Contained metal = tonnes × grade fraction. If grade is percent, divide by 100; no recovery is applied. This tool does not recommend equipment, production targets, or economic decisions.
Privacy
Inputs are calculated locally and are not uploaded.
GOOD TO KNOW
Common questions
Does this predict plant or port performance?
No. It applies the displayed formula only to the values you provide.