Convert cubic foot to cord
Please provide values below to convert cubic foot [ft^3] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to cubic foot.
How to Convert Cubic Foot to Cord
1 ft^3 = 0.00781250001034609 cd
Example: convert 15 ft^3 to cd:
15 ft^3 = 15 × 0.00781250001034609 cd = 0.117187500155191 cd
Cubic Foot to Cord Conversion Table
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Cubic Foot
A cubic foot (ft^3) is a unit of volume representing the space occupied by a cube with sides of one foot in length.
History/Origin
The cubic foot has been used historically in the imperial and US customary measurement systems for measuring volume, especially in construction, real estate, and engineering contexts.
Current Use
Today, the cubic foot is still used in the United States and some other regions for measuring large volumes of liquids, gases, and bulk materials, particularly in industries like construction, shipping, and HVAC.
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.