Cross Tie to Cord Feet Conversion

Convert between Cross Tie and Cord Feet quickly and accurately.

From Cross Tie

tie

To Cord Feet

cd ft

How to Convert Cross Tie to Cord Feet

Conversion Formula

1 tie = 0.208 cd ft

1 cd ft = 4.8 tie

Example

Convert 15 tie to cd ft:

15 tie = 15 × 0.208 cd ft = 3.125 cd ft

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 Feet

cd ft

Definition

A cord feet is a unit of volume equal to 1/8 of a cord or 16 cubic feet. It is used for measuring smaller quantities of firewood and wood products in forestry applications.

History/Origin

The cord feet unit was developed as a subdivision of the cord for measuring smaller quantities of wood. It became useful for retail firewood sales and smaller forestry operations.

Current Use

Cord feet are used for measuring smaller quantities of firewood, retail wood sales, and small-scale forestry operations where full cord measurements are not practical.

Multiplier

0.453

Offset