Convert board foot to cup (metric)
Please provide values below to convert board foot [FBM] to cup (metric) [cup (metric)], or Convert cup (metric) to board foot.
1 FBM = 9.4389488 cup (metric). To convert board foot to cup (metric), multiply the value by 9.4389488; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cup (metric) = 0.105944000883 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 = 9.4389488 cup (metric)
- 1 cup (metric) = 0.105944000883 FBM
- 10 FBM = 94.389488 cup (metric)
- 100 FBM = 943.89488 cup (metric)
How to Convert Board Foot to Cup (Metric)
1 FBM = 9.4389488 cup (metric)
Example: convert 15 FBM to cup (metric):
15 FBM = 15 × 9.4389488 cup (metric) = 141.584232 cup (metric)
Board Foot to Cup (Metric) Conversion Table
| board foot | cup (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 FBM | 9.4389488 cup (metric) |
| 2 FBM | 18.8778976 cup (metric) |
| 3 FBM | 28.3168464 cup (metric) |
| 5 FBM | 47.194744 cup (metric) |
| 10 FBM | 94.389488 cup (metric) |
| 20 FBM | 188.778976 cup (metric) |
| 50 FBM | 471.94744 cup (metric) |
| 100 FBM | 943.89488 cup (metric) |
| 500 FBM | 4719.4744 cup (metric) |
| 1000 FBM | 9438.9488 cup (metric) |
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.
Cup (Metric)
A metric cup is a unit of volume measurement equal to 250 milliliters.
History/Origin
The metric cup was introduced as part of the metric system to standardize volume measurements, replacing various traditional cups used in different regions.
Current Use
The metric cup is commonly used in cooking and baking in countries adopting the metric system, especially in recipes and food labeling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 board foot in cup (metric)?
1 board foot (FBM) = 9.4389488 cup (metric) (cup (metric)).
How do you convert board foot to cup (metric)?
Multiply the board foot value by 9.4389488. For example, 25 FBM × 9.4389488 = 235.97372 cup (metric).
What is 10 board foot in cup (metric)?
10 FBM = 94.389488 cup (metric).
Which unit is larger, the board foot or the cup (metric)?
The board foot is the larger unit: 1 FBM = 9.4389488 cup (metric).