This brine salt reference table shows the salt needed for a range of water values, assuming a salt concentration of 3%. Every figure is computed with the same engine that powers our Brine Salt Calculator, so the numbers are exact.
| Water | Salt needed |
|---|---|
| 0.5 litres | 15 |
| 1 litres | 30 |
| 1.5 litres | 45 |
| 2 litres | 60 |
| 3 litres | 90 |
| 4 litres | 120 |
| 6 litres | 180 |
| 10 litres | 300 |
| 14 litres | 420 |
| 20 litres | 600 |
How to use this table
Find the row closest to your water and read across to the salt needed. For a value between two rows, the real figure sits between them — or enter your exact numbers in the Brine Salt Calculator for a precise answer.
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