Convert board foot to gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert board foot [FBM] to gallon (US) [gal (US)], or Convert gallon (US) to board foot.
1 FBM = 0.62337661915 gal (US). To convert board foot to gallon (US), multiply the value by 0.62337661915; to go the other way, divide by it (1 gal (US) = 1.60416667754 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 = 0.62337661915 gal (US)
- 1 gal (US) = 1.60416667754 FBM
- 10 FBM = 6.2337661915 gal (US)
- 100 FBM = 62.337661915 gal (US)
How to Convert Board Foot to Gallon (Us)
1 FBM = 0.623376619149871 gal (US)
Example: convert 15 FBM to gal (US):
15 FBM = 15 × 0.623376619149871 gal (US) = 9.35064928724806 gal (US)
Board Foot to Gallon (Us) Conversion Table
| board foot | gallon (US) |
|---|---|
| 1 FBM | 0.62337661915 gal (US) |
| 2 FBM | 1.2467532383 gal (US) |
| 3 FBM | 1.87012985745 gal (US) |
| 5 FBM | 3.11688309575 gal (US) |
| 10 FBM | 6.2337661915 gal (US) |
| 20 FBM | 12.467532383 gal (US) |
| 50 FBM | 31.1688309575 gal (US) |
| 100 FBM | 62.337661915 gal (US) |
| 500 FBM | 311.688309575 gal (US) |
| 1000 FBM | 623.37661915 gal (US) |
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.
Gallon (Us)
A gallon (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to 128 US fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters.
History/Origin
The US gallon was established based on the British imperial gallon but was redefined in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and other fluids in the US since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US gallon is widely used in the United States for measuring liquid volumes such as gasoline, milk, and other beverages. It remains a standard unit in commerce, industry, and daily life within the US.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 board foot in gallon (US)?
1 board foot (FBM) = 0.62337661915 gallon (US) (gal (US)).
How do you convert board foot to gallon (US)?
Multiply the board foot value by 0.62337661915. For example, 25 FBM × 0.62337661915 = 15.5844154787 gal (US).
What is 10 board foot in gallon (US)?
10 FBM = 6.2337661915 gal (US).
Which unit is larger, the board foot or the gallon (US)?
The gallon (US) is the larger unit: 1 FBM equals only 0.62337661915 gal (US).