I believe a cubic foot of helium will lift about 28.2 grams. Multiply
the volume times 28 and divide by 448 g/lb.

A 10' diameter weather balloon will lift about 32 pounds.

ff wrote:
Anyone know offhand without going to too much trouble, what is the ratio
for volume of helium to lbs force against gravity ?

Fred



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