Convert cubic inch to dram
Please provide values below to convert cubic inch [in^3] to dram [dr], or Convert dram to cubic inch.
How to Convert Cubic Inch to Dram
1 in^3 = 4.43290066711013 dr
Example: convert 15 in^3 to dr:
15 in^3 = 15 × 4.43290066711013 dr = 66.4935100066519 dr
Cubic Inch to Dram Conversion Table
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Cubic Inch
A cubic inch is a unit of volume measurement representing the volume of a cube with edges one inch long.
History/Origin
The cubic inch has been used historically in the United States and other countries that employ imperial units, primarily for measuring small volumes such as engine displacements and packaging, dating back to the adoption of the imperial system.
Current Use
Today, the cubic inch is still used in certain industries like automotive and manufacturing to specify engine sizes, engine displacements, and small volume measurements, especially in the United States.
Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.