--- title: "Potential Energy Calculator | Physics Formula Calculator | XTRAW Tools" description: "Calculate gravitational potential energy from mass, gravity, and height. Use this free browser-based physics calculator from XTRAW Tools for mechanics, motion, and energy estimates." url: "https://xtraw.com/industry-tools/education-tools/potential-energy-calculator" date: "2026-05-20T22:51:59+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- [Work Calculator](https://xtraw.com/industry-tools/education-tools/work-calculator)[A/B Test Calculator](https://xtraw.com/industry-tools/education-tools/ab-test-calculator) [![Potential Energy Calculator from XTRAW Tools](https://xtraw.com/images/virtuemart/product/xtraw-potential-energy-calculator-360x360.jpg)](https://xtraw.com/images/virtuemart/product/xtraw-potential-energy-calculator-360x360.jpg "Potential Energy Calculator from XTRAW Tools") new [Back to: Education Tools](https://xtraw.com/industry-tools/education-tools "Education Tools") # Potential Energy Calculator Calculate gravitational potential energy from mass, gravity, and height. Use this free browser-based potential energy calculator from XTRAW Tools. **Potential Energy Calculator** helps you calculate gravitational potential energy from mass, gravity, and height. Use this free browser-based calculator from XTRAW Tools to compare inputs, estimate results, and plan your next step. ## How to Use the Potential Energy Calculator 1. Enter the required calculator inputs shown in the form. 2. Review the force, energy, motion, mass, velocity, concentration, spring, or chemistry assumptions. 3. Run the calculator, then adjust one input at a time to compare scenarios or check your estimate. ## What This Calculator Helps With Calculate gravitational potential energy from mass, gravity, and height. It is designed for students, teachers, engineers, physics learners, science users, STEM tutors, and anyone working with mechanics formulas who want a fast, browser-based estimate before relying on a spreadsheet, textbook, lab software, physics software, chemistry reference, professional source, or specialist. - Mass (m): 10 kg - Height (h): 5 m - Gravity (g): 9.81 m/s² ## Common Uses People use this calculator when they need a quick way to solve physics formulas, compare mechanics assumptions, or check science and engineering estimates. - **Math Solving:** Solve physics, chemistry, mechanics, concentration, moles, grams, energy, power, or motion equations from entered values. - **Measurement:** Measure force, energy, power, momentum, concentration, torque, angular velocity, friction, or molar conversion values. - **Project Planning:** Plan STEM lessons, lab estimates, engineering calculations, study workflows, or science problem-solving tasks. ## Formula or Method PE = m × g × h; impact velocity = √(2gh) ## Example **Example inputs:** Mass (m): 10 kg; Height (h): 5 m; Gravity (g): 9.81 m/s² **Example result:** Using the default inputs, potential energy is 490.50 J and estimated impact velocity is 9.90 m/s. ## Related Tools - [Work Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/work-calculator) - [Power Calculator (Physics)](https://xtraw.com/tools/power-calculator-physics) - [Kinetic Energy Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/kinetic-energy-calculator) - [Momentum Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/momentum-calculator) - [Impulse Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/impulse-calculator) - [Force Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/force-calculator) ## Potential Energy Calculator FAQ ### Is the Potential Energy Calculator free? Yes. This calculator is free to use on XTRAW Tools. ### Do I need to create an account? No. XTRAW tools are designed for browser-based use without requiring an account. ### Are the results exact? Results may be estimates depending on the inputs, formula, rounding, selected method, science assumptions, chemistry reference values, or purpose of the calculator. Always verify important results before relying on them. **Disclaimer:** This calculator is provided for general informational, educational, and convenience purposes only. It is not engineering, safety, laboratory, medical, legal, financial, academic, or professional advice. 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