Cross Tie to Switch Tie Conversion

Convert between Cross Tie and Switch Tie quickly and accurately.

From Cross Tie

tie

To Switch Tie

tie

How to Convert Cross Tie to Switch Tie

Conversion Formula

1 tie = 0.635 tie

1 tie = 1.575 tie

Example

Convert 15 tie to tie:

15 tie = 15 × 0.635 tie = 9.524 tie

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

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