Convert cord to barrel (US)
Please provide values below to convert cord [cd] to barrel (US) [bbl (US)], or Convert barrel (US) to cord.
How to Convert Cord to Barrel (Us)
1 cd = 30.3970315072019 bbl (US)
Example: convert 15 cd to bbl (US):
15 cd = 15 × 30.3970315072019 bbl (US) = 455.955472608028 bbl (US)
Cord to Barrel (Us) Conversion Table
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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.
Barrel (Us)
A barrel (US) is a unit of volume primarily used to measure liquids such as oil and other petroleum products, equivalent to 42 US gallons or approximately 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel originated as a measure for trading and storing liquids like beer and wine in barrels. Its size varied historically, but the US standard was established in the 19th century for consistency in the oil industry, becoming widely adopted for measuring petroleum products.
Current Use
Today, the barrel (US) is mainly used in the oil and gas industry to quantify crude oil, petroleum products, and other liquids. It remains a standard unit in commodity trading, reporting, and industry practices.