Convert board foot to barrel (oil)
Please provide values below to convert board foot [FBM] to barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)], or Convert barrel (oil) to board foot.
1 FBM = 0.0148423004586 bbl (oil). To convert board foot to barrel (oil), multiply the value by 0.0148423004586; to go the other way, divide by it (1 bbl (oil) = 67.375000445 FBM). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 FBM = 0.0148423004586 bbl (oil)
- 1 bbl (oil) = 67.375000445 FBM
- 10 FBM = 0.148423004586 bbl (oil)
- 100 FBM = 1.48423004586 bbl (oil)
How to Convert Board Foot to Barrel (Oil)
1 FBM = 0.0148423004585632 bbl (oil)
Example: convert 15 FBM to bbl (oil):
15 FBM = 15 × 0.0148423004585632 bbl (oil) = 0.222634506878449 bbl (oil)
Board Foot to Barrel (Oil) Conversion Table
| board foot | barrel (oil) |
|---|---|
| 1 FBM | 0.0148423004586 bbl (oil) |
| 2 FBM | 0.0296846009171 bbl (oil) |
| 3 FBM | 0.0445269013757 bbl (oil) |
| 5 FBM | 0.0742115022928 bbl (oil) |
| 10 FBM | 0.148423004586 bbl (oil) |
| 20 FBM | 0.296846009171 bbl (oil) |
| 50 FBM | 0.742115022928 bbl (oil) |
| 100 FBM | 1.48423004586 bbl (oil) |
| 500 FBM | 7.42115022928 bbl (oil) |
| 1000 FBM | 14.8423004586 bbl (oil) |
Board Foot
A board foot is a unit of volume measurement for lumber, representing a volume of 1 foot long by 1 foot wide by 1 inch thick.
History/Origin
The board foot originated in the United States in the 19th century as a standard measurement for lumber industry, simplifying trade and inventory calculations.
Current Use
It is still widely used in the lumber and woodworking industries to quantify and price wood volumes, especially in North America.
Barrel (Oil)
A barrel (bbl) is a unit of volume primarily used to measure quantities of oil and petroleum products, equivalent to 42 US gallons or approximately 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel originated as a measure for liquid goods in the 19th century, initially used in the brewing and distilling industries. Its use for oil measurement became standardized in the early 20th century, with the 42-gallon size becoming the industry standard in the United States.
Current Use
The barrel remains the standard unit of measurement for crude oil and petroleum products globally, used in trading, production, and inventory management within the oil industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 board foot in barrel (oil)?
1 board foot (FBM) = 0.0148423004586 barrel (oil) (bbl (oil)).
How do you convert board foot to barrel (oil)?
Multiply the board foot value by 0.0148423004586. For example, 25 FBM × 0.0148423004586 = 0.371057511464 bbl (oil).
What is 10 board foot in barrel (oil)?
10 FBM = 0.148423004586 bbl (oil).
Which unit is larger, the board foot or the barrel (oil)?
The barrel (oil) is the larger unit: 1 FBM equals only 0.0148423004586 bbl (oil).