Switch Tie to Board Feet Conversion

Convert between Switch Tie and Board Feet quickly and accurately.

From Switch Tie

tie

To Board Feet

How to Convert Switch Tie to Board Feet

Conversion Formula

1 tie = 63 bf

1 bf = 0.016 tie

Example

Convert 15 tie to bf:

15 tie = 15 × 63 bf = 945 bf

Unit Information

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

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

Board Feet

Definition

A board foot is a unit of volume equal to 144 cubic inches or 1/12 of a cubic foot. It represents the volume of a board one foot long, one foot wide, and one inch thick, commonly used in lumber measurements.

History/Origin

The board foot was established in the United States lumber industry as a practical unit for measuring lumber volumes. It became the standard unit for lumber pricing and inventory management in North America.

Current Use

Board feet are extensively used in the lumber industry for pricing, inventory management, and volume calculations of dimensional lumber, particularly in North American markets and construction applications.

Multiplier

0.002

Offset