Convert board foot to tun
Please provide values below to convert board foot [FBM] to tun [tun], or Convert tun to board foot.
1 FBM = 0.00247371674154 tun. To convert board foot to tun, multiply the value by 0.00247371674154; to go the other way, divide by it (1 tun = 404.250002924 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 = 0.00247371674154 tun
- 1 tun = 404.250002924 FBM
- 10 FBM = 0.0247371674154 tun
- 100 FBM = 0.247371674154 tun
How to Convert Board Foot to Tun
1 FBM = 0.00247371674153795 tun
Example: convert 15 FBM to tun:
15 FBM = 15 × 0.00247371674153795 tun = 0.0371057511230693 tun
Board Foot to Tun Conversion Table
| board foot | tun |
|---|---|
| 1 FBM | 0.00247371674154 tun |
| 2 FBM | 0.00494743348308 tun |
| 3 FBM | 0.00742115022461 tun |
| 5 FBM | 0.0123685837077 tun |
| 10 FBM | 0.0247371674154 tun |
| 20 FBM | 0.0494743348308 tun |
| 50 FBM | 0.123685837077 tun |
| 100 FBM | 0.247371674154 tun |
| 500 FBM | 1.23685837077 tun |
| 1000 FBM | 2.47371674154 tun |
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.
Tun
A tun is a large unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, especially wine and other beverages, equivalent to approximately 252 gallons or 954 liters.
History/Origin
The tun originated in medieval Europe as a standard measure for wine and other liquids. Its size varied regionally, but it generally represented a large cask or vessel used in trade and storage during the Middle Ages.
Current Use
Today, the tun is primarily used in historical contexts, wine-making, and in the wine industry to refer to large barrels or casks. It is also used in some scientific and industrial applications related to volume measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 board foot in tun?
1 board foot (FBM) = 0.00247371674154 tun (tun).
How do you convert board foot to tun?
Multiply the board foot value by 0.00247371674154. For example, 25 FBM × 0.00247371674154 = 0.0618429185384 tun.
What is 10 board foot in tun?
10 FBM = 0.0247371674154 tun.
Which unit is larger, the board foot or the tun?
The tun is the larger unit: 1 FBM equals only 0.00247371674154 tun.