Convert hectoliter to dekaliter
Please provide values below to convert hectoliter [hL] to dekaliter [daL], or Convert dekaliter to hectoliter.
How to Convert Hectoliter to Dekaliter
1 hL = 10 daL
Example: convert 15 hL to daL:
15 hL = 15 × 10 daL = 150 daL
Hectoliter to Dekaliter Conversion Table
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Hectoliter
A hectoliter (hL) is a unit of volume equal to 100 liters.
History/Origin
The hectoliter is part of the metric system, introduced in the 19th century alongside other metric units for standardization of measurements worldwide.
Current Use
Hectoliters are commonly used in the beverage industry, especially for measuring wine, beer, and other liquid quantities, as well as in agriculture and food production for larger volume measurements.
Dekaliter
A dekaliter (daL) is a unit of volume equal to 10 liters.
History/Origin
The dekaliter is part of the metric system, introduced as a decimal multiple of the liter to facilitate larger volume measurements, especially in scientific and industrial contexts.
Current Use
Dekaliter is used in contexts requiring measurement of larger liquid volumes, such as in agriculture, food industry, and scientific research, though it is less common than liters.