Convert ccf to cord
Please provide values below to convert ccf [ccf] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to ccf.
How to Convert Ccf to Cord
1 ccf = 0.781250001034609 cd
Example: convert 15 ccf to cd:
15 ccf = 15 × 0.781250001034609 cd = 11.7187500155191 cd
Ccf to Cord Conversion Table
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Ccf
A ccf (hundred cubic feet) is a unit of volume commonly used in the measurement of natural gas and water, equivalent to 100 cubic feet.
History/Origin
The ccf originated in the early 20th century as a practical unit for measuring natural gas and water consumption, especially in the United States, to simplify billing and volume calculations.
Current Use
Today, the ccf is primarily used in the utility industry for billing natural gas and water services, and it remains a standard unit in the United States for these measurements.
Cord
A cord is a unit of volume used to measure firewood and other stacked materials, equal to 128 cubic feet (3.62 cubic meters).
History/Origin
The cord originated in North America in the 17th century as a practical measure for stacking firewood, with its size standardized in the 19th century to facilitate trade and measurement consistency.
Current Use
Today, the cord is primarily used in the United States and Canada for selling and purchasing firewood and other bulk materials, with standardized measurements to ensure fair trade.