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.
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
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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.