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Ramp Calculator


Ramp Calculator

Presets & Ratio

Geometry Inputs

Rise

ft

Run

ft

Ramp Length

ft

Outputs

Slope Angle (°)

°

Grade (%)

%

Rise : Run Ratio

 

Key Features

Versatile slope selection with common presets (ADA, residential) and a full custom rise:run ratio input.

Comprehensive calculations for required ramp run, actual sloped ramp length, slope angle in degrees, and grade percentage.

Flexible unit options for vertical rise input (m, ft, in, cm) and selectable units for the horizontal run output.

Real-time results that update instantly as you input the rise or change the slope ratio or units.

Clear output display showing target ratios alongside precise calculated dimensions and slope characteristics.

Instant result sharing via a convenient clipboard copy feature for all key ramp parameters and calculations.

How to Use It

  1. Select Slope Ratio: Choose your desired ramp slope. You can pick from a list of standard presets (like ADA 1:12 for unassisted access or 2:12 for residential assisted use). For a unique slope, select "Custom Ratio" and then enter your specific rise and run values for the ratio (e.g., 1 rise for every 10 run).
  2. Enter Vertical Rise: Input the total vertical height (Rise) that the ramp needs to achieve. Select your preferred unit of measurement (meters, feet, inches, or centimeters) for this rise.
  3. Choose Run Output Unit: Select the unit in which you'd like the calculated horizontal 'Run' of the ramp to be displayed. The 'Ramp Length' output will automatically use the same unit you selected for your 'Rise' input.
  4. Review Calculated Dimensions: The calculator will instantly provide the necessary horizontal 'Run', the actual sloped 'Ramp Length', the 'Slope Angle' in degrees, the 'Grade' as a percentage, and the 'Rise : Run Ratio' based on your inputs.
  5. Share or Reset: Use the 'Share Result' button to copy a detailed summary of all inputs and calculated outputs. Click 'Clear All' to reset fields to their default state or 'Reload' to start the calculator fresh.

Plan Your Ramp Project with Confidence

Our Ramp Calculator empowers you to design and plan safe, accessible, and functional ramps with precision. Whether you're ensuring ADA compliance, constructing a residential ramp, or setting up a temporary loading incline, this tool simplifies complex calculations. By inputting your vertical rise and desired slope ratio, you receive immediate, accurate dimensions for the ramp's run and length, along with critical angle and grade information. Make informed decisions and ensure your ramp meets all necessary requirements with our fast, reliable, and easy-to-understand calculations.

Eliminate guesswork and ensure your ramp is designed correctly from the very start! Use our Ramp Calculator to plan your accessible and functional ramp projects today.

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