Mixing Ratio Calculator
The Mixing Ratio Calculator expresses two parts of a mixture as a simplified ratio and as percentages of the total. Enter the two quantities to mix.
Formula
Ratio = A : B (simplified); Percentage = each part ÷ total × 100
- Both parts are divided by their GCD for a clean ratio.
- Percentages show each component's share of the whole mixture.
1 part A to 4 parts B
Inputs
- Part A: 1
- Part B: 4
1:4 means A is 20% and B is 80% of the mixture.
Frequently asked questions
How do I read a 1:4 mixing ratio?
For every 1 unit of A you add 4 units of B, giving 5 units of mixture (20% A, 80% B).