Convert board foot to ccf
Please provide values below to convert board foot [FBM] to ccf [ccf], or Convert ccf to board foot.
How to Convert Board Foot to Ccf
1 FBM = 0.000833333327447556 ccf
Example: convert 15 FBM to ccf:
15 FBM = 15 × 0.000833333327447556 ccf = 0.0124999999117133 ccf
Board Foot to Ccf 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.
Ccf
A ccf (hundred cubic feet) is a unit of volume commonly used in the measurement of natural gas and water, equivalent to 100 cubic feet.
History/Origin
The ccf originated in the early 20th century as a practical unit for measuring natural gas and water consumption, especially in the United States, to simplify billing and volume calculations.
Current Use
Today, the ccf is primarily used in the utility industry for billing natural gas and water services, and it remains a standard unit in the United States for these measurements.