Convert board foot to gill (US)
Please provide values below to convert board foot [FBM] to gill (US) [gi], or Convert gill (US) to board foot.
1 FBM = 19.948051855 gi. To convert board foot to gill (US), multiply the value by 19.948051855; to go the other way, divide by it (1 gi = 0.0501302085673 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 = 19.948051855 gi
- 1 gi = 0.0501302085673 FBM
- 10 FBM = 199.48051855 gi
- 100 FBM = 1994.8051855 gi
How to Convert Board Foot to Gill (Us)
1 FBM = 19.9480518549536 gi
Example: convert 15 FBM to gi:
15 FBM = 15 × 19.9480518549536 gi = 299.220777824304 gi
Board Foot to Gill (Us) Conversion Table
| board foot | gill (US) |
|---|---|
| 1 FBM | 19.948051855 gi |
| 2 FBM | 39.8961037099 gi |
| 3 FBM | 59.8441555649 gi |
| 5 FBM | 99.7402592748 gi |
| 10 FBM | 199.48051855 gi |
| 20 FBM | 398.961037099 gi |
| 50 FBM | 997.402592748 gi |
| 100 FBM | 1994.8051855 gi |
| 500 FBM | 9974.02592748 gi |
| 1000 FBM | 19948.051855 gi |
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.
Gill (Us)
A gill (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to one-quarter of a US pint, or 4 US fluid ounces.
History/Origin
The gill originated from the Old French 'gelle' and was historically used in the UK and US for measuring liquids, especially in brewing and cooking. Its usage has declined with the standardization of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the US gill is rarely used in everyday measurement but may still be encountered in historical contexts, traditional recipes, or specific industries like brewing and bartending in the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 board foot in gill (US)?
1 board foot (FBM) = 19.948051855 gill (US) (gi).
How do you convert board foot to gill (US)?
Multiply the board foot value by 19.948051855. For example, 25 FBM × 19.948051855 = 498.701296374 gi.
What is 10 board foot in gill (US)?
10 FBM = 199.48051855 gi.
Which unit is larger, the board foot or the gill (US)?
The board foot is the larger unit: 1 FBM = 19.948051855 gi.