Convert deciliter to barrel (oil)
Please provide values below to convert deciliter [dL] to barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)], or Convert barrel (oil) to deciliter.
How to Convert Deciliter to Barrel (Oil)
1 dL = 0.000628981077153983 bbl (oil)
Example: convert 15 dL to bbl (oil):
15 dL = 15 × 0.000628981077153983 bbl (oil) = 0.00943471615730975 bbl (oil)
Deciliter to Barrel (Oil) Conversion Table
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Deciliter
A deciliter (dL) is a unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a liter, commonly used to measure liquids.
History/Origin
The deciliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to provide a convenient subdivision of the liter, facilitating measurements in cooking and scientific contexts.
Current Use
Deciliters are used in various countries for measuring liquids in cooking, nutrition labeling, and scientific experiments, especially where metric units are standard.
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.