Cubic foot [ft3] to Gallon [gal] Converter
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How to Convert Cubic foot to GallonGallon
1 ft3 = 7.480515625 gal
1 gal = 0.133680624455617 ft3
Example: convert 73 ft3 to gal:
73 ft3 = 73 x 7.480515625 = 546.077640625 gal
Cubic foot
Definition: A cubic foot (symbol: ft3) is a unit of volume in the Imperial and United States customary systems. It is the volume of a cube with sides one foot (0.3048 meters) in length.
History/origin: The cubic foot is derived from the foot, a unit of length that has been used for centuries. Its origins can be traced back to ancient civilizations, with various cultures using different foot lengths. The standardization of the foot, and consequently the cubic foot, occurred over time as measurement systems evolved.
Current use: Cubic feet are commonly used in the United States and the United Kingdom for measuring volumes of various materials, particularly in construction, shipping, and heating/cooling calculations. It is often used for quantifying the volume of spaces, such as rooms or storage containers, and for measuring the amount of gas or liquid being transported.
Gallon
Definition: A gallon (gal) is a unit of volume in the Imperial and United States customary systems. It is equal to four quarts or eight pints.
History/origin: The gallon has a long history dating back to ancient measuring systems. Its definition has varied over time and between different systems.
Current use: The gallon is commonly used for selling liquids in bulk, such as gasoline, milk, and paint. It is also sometimes used in recipes that call for large volumes of ingredients.
Cubic foot to Gallon Conversion Table
Cubic foot [ft3] | Gallon [gal] |
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0.01 ft3 | 0.07480515625 gal |
0.1 ft3 | 0.7480515625 gal |
1 ft3 | 7.480515625 gal |
10 ft3 | 74.80515625 gal |
50 ft3 | 374.02578124999997 gal |
100 ft3 | 748.0515624999999 gal |
1000 ft3 | 7480.515625 gal |
10000 ft3 | 74805.15625 gal |
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