Convert cc to barrel (oil)
Please provide values below to convert cc [cc, cm^3] to barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)], or Convert barrel (oil) to cc.
How to Convert Cc to Barrel (Oil)
1 cc, cm^3 = 6.28981077153983e-06 bbl (oil)
Example: convert 15 cc, cm^3 to bbl (oil):
15 cc, cm^3 = 15 × 6.28981077153983e-06 bbl (oil) = 9.43471615730975e-05 bbl (oil)
Cc to Barrel (Oil) Conversion Table
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Cc
The cubic centimeter (cc or cm^3) is a unit of volume representing the volume of a cube with sides of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The cubic centimeter has been used in scientific and medical contexts as a convenient measure of small volumes, especially in fields like medicine and engineering, evolving from the metric system's adoption in the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the cubic centimeter is commonly used to measure small volumes in medicine (e.g., syringe capacities), automotive engine displacements, and scientific applications, often interchangeably with milliliters (mL).
Barrel (Oil)
A barrel (bbl) is a unit of volume primarily used to measure quantities of oil and petroleum products, equivalent to 42 US gallons or approximately 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel originated as a measure for liquid goods in the 19th century, initially used in the brewing and distilling industries. Its use for oil measurement became standardized in the early 20th century, with the 42-gallon size becoming the industry standard in the United States.
Current Use
The barrel remains the standard unit of measurement for crude oil and petroleum products globally, used in trading, production, and inventory management within the oil industry.