Convert gallon (US) to board foot
Please provide values below to convert gallon (US) [gal (US)] to board foot [FBM], or Convert board foot to gallon (US).
1 gal (US) = 1.60416667754 FBM. To convert gallon (US) to board foot, multiply the value by 1.60416667754; to go the other way, divide by it (1 FBM = 0.62337661915 gal (US)). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 gal (US) = 1.60416667754 FBM
- 1 FBM = 0.62337661915 gal (US)
- 10 gal (US) = 16.0416667754 FBM
- 100 gal (US) = 160.416667754 FBM
How to Convert Gallon (Us) to Board Foot
1 gal (US) = 1.60416667754358 FBM
Example: convert 15 gal (US) to FBM:
15 gal (US) = 15 × 1.60416667754358 FBM = 24.0625001631538 FBM
Gallon (Us) to Board Foot Conversion Table
| gallon (US) | board foot |
|---|---|
| 1 gal (US) | 1.60416667754 FBM |
| 2 gal (US) | 3.20833335509 FBM |
| 3 gal (US) | 4.81250003263 FBM |
| 5 gal (US) | 8.02083338772 FBM |
| 10 gal (US) | 16.0416667754 FBM |
| 20 gal (US) | 32.0833335509 FBM |
| 50 gal (US) | 80.2083338772 FBM |
| 100 gal (US) | 160.416667754 FBM |
| 500 gal (US) | 802.083338772 FBM |
| 1000 gal (US) | 1604.16667754 FBM |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 gallon (US) in board foot?
1 gallon (US) (gal (US)) = 1.60416667754 board foot (FBM).
How do you convert gallon (US) to board foot?
Multiply the gallon (US) value by 1.60416667754. For example, 25 gal (US) × 1.60416667754 = 40.1041669386 FBM.
What is 10 gallon (US) in board foot?
10 gal (US) = 16.0416667754 FBM.
Which unit is larger, the gallon (US) or the board foot?
The gallon (US) is the larger unit: 1 gal (US) = 1.60416667754 FBM.