Convert ccf to board foot
Please provide values below to convert ccf [ccf] to board foot [FBM], or Convert board foot to ccf.
How to Convert Ccf to Board Foot
1 ccf = 1200.00000847552 FBM
Example: convert 15 ccf to FBM:
15 ccf = 15 × 1200.00000847552 FBM = 18000.0001271328 FBM
Ccf to Board Foot Conversion Table
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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.
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.