Cross Tie to Cord Conversion

Convert between Cross Tie and Cord quickly and accurately.

From Cross Tie

tie

To Cord

cord

How to Convert Cross Tie to Cord

Conversion Formula

1 tie = 0.026 cord

1 cord = 38.4 tie

Example

Convert 15 tie to cord:

15 tie = 15 × 0.026 cord = 0.391 cord

Unit Information

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

Cross Tie

tie

Definition

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

History/Origin

The cross tie unit was developed for measuring volumes of railroad ties used in railway construction. It became a standard measurement for railroad infrastructure materials and maintenance.

Current Use

Cross ties are used in railway construction and maintenance for measuring volumes of railroad ties, providing standardized measurements for railway infrastructure materials and track maintenance.

Multiplier

0.094

Offset

Cord

cord

Definition

A cord is a unit of volume equal to 128 cubic feet, typically used for measuring firewood and pulpwood. It represents a stack of wood 4 feet high, 4 feet wide, and 8 feet long.

History/Origin

The cord was established as a standard unit for measuring firewood volumes in the United States. It became widely used in forestry, firewood sales, and pulpwood measurements for paper production.

Current Use

Cords are used for measuring firewood, pulpwood, and wood chips in forestry operations, firewood sales, and paper production industries, particularly in North American markets.

Multiplier

3.625

Offset