Switch Tie to Cord Feet Conversion

Convert between Switch Tie and Cord Feet quickly and accurately.

From Switch Tie

tie

To Cord Feet

cd ft

How to Convert Switch Tie to Cord Feet

Conversion Formula

1 tie = 0.328 cd ft

1 cd ft = 3.048 tie

Example

Convert 15 tie to cd ft:

15 tie = 15 × 0.328 cd ft = 4.922 cd ft

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

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