Convert barrel (oil) to cord
Please provide values below to convert barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to barrel (oil).
How to Convert Barrel (Oil) to Cord
1 bbl (oil) = 0.0438639323296383 cd
Example: convert 15 bbl (oil) to cd:
15 bbl (oil) = 15 × 0.0438639323296383 cd = 0.657958984944574 cd
Barrel (Oil) to Cord Conversion Table
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Barrel (Oil)
A barrel (bbl) is a unit of volume primarily used to measure quantities of oil and petroleum products, equivalent to 42 US gallons or approximately 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel originated as a measure for liquid goods in the 19th century, initially used in the brewing and distilling industries. Its use for oil measurement became standardized in the early 20th century, with the 42-gallon size becoming the industry standard in the United States.
Current Use
The barrel remains the standard unit of measurement for crude oil and petroleum products globally, used in trading, production, and inventory management within the oil industry.
Cord
A cord is a unit of volume used to measure firewood and other stacked materials, equal to 128 cubic feet (3.62 cubic meters).
History/Origin
The cord originated in North America in the 17th century as a practical measure for stacking firewood, with its size standardized in the 19th century to facilitate trade and measurement consistency.
Current Use
Today, the cord is primarily used in the United States and Canada for selling and purchasing firewood and other bulk materials, with standardized measurements to ensure fair trade.