Convert kiloliter to board foot
Please provide values below to convert kiloliter [kL] to board foot [FBM], or Convert board foot to kiloliter.
How to Convert Kiloliter to Board Foot
1 kL = 423.776003531241 FBM
Example: convert 15 kL to FBM:
15 kL = 15 × 423.776003531241 FBM = 6356.64005296861 FBM
Kiloliter to Board Foot Conversion Table
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Kiloliter
A kiloliter (kL) is a unit of volume equal to 1,000 liters.
History/Origin
The kiloliter originated from the metric system as a larger unit for measuring volume, primarily used in scientific and industrial contexts since the adoption of the metric system in the 19th century.
Current Use
Kiloliters are used today in fields such as water management, agriculture, and industry to measure large quantities of liquids efficiently.
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.