Cord (80 cubic ft) to Switch Tie Conversion

Convert between Cord (80 cubic ft) and Switch Tie quickly and accurately.

From Cord (80 cubic ft)

cord

To Switch Tie

tie

How to Convert Cord (80 cubic ft) to Switch Tie

Conversion Formula

1 cord = 15.238 tie

1 tie = 0.066 cord

Example

Convert 15 cord to tie:

15 cord = 15 × 15.238 tie = 228.571 tie

Unit Information

Learn about the volume - lumber units you're converting between

Cord (80 cubic ft)

cord

Definition

A cord (80 cubic ft) is a unit of volume equal to 80 cubic feet, used as an alternative measurement for firewood and pulpwood. It provides a different standard for wood volume measurements.

History/Origin

The 80 cubic foot cord was developed as an alternative measurement for firewood and pulpwood, providing a different standard that is sometimes used in specific regions or for particular types of wood products.

Current Use

Cords (80 cubic ft) are used in some regions for measuring firewood and pulpwood volumes, providing an alternative standard for wood volume measurements in forestry and firewood sales.

Multiplier

2.265

Offset

Switch Tie

tie

Definition

A switch tie is a unit of volume representing the volume of a standard railroad switch tie. It is used for measuring switch tie volumes in railway infrastructure construction.

History/Origin

The switch tie unit was developed for measuring volumes of railroad switch ties used in railway infrastructure. It became important for railway construction and track switching systems.

Current Use

Switch ties are used in railway infrastructure construction for measuring volumes of switch ties, providing standardized measurements for railway track switching systems and infrastructure maintenance.

Multiplier

0.149

Offset