Convert deciliter to cubic foot
Please provide values below to convert deciliter [dL] to cubic foot [ft^3], or Convert cubic foot to deciliter.
How to Convert Deciliter to Cubic Foot
1 dL = 0.00353146667115116 ft^3
Example: convert 15 dL to ft^3:
15 dL = 15 × 0.00353146667115116 ft^3 = 0.0529720000672674 ft^3
Deciliter to Cubic Foot Conversion Table
| deciliter | cubic foot |
|---|
Deciliter
A deciliter (dL) is a unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a liter, commonly used to measure liquids.
History/Origin
The deciliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to provide a convenient subdivision of the liter, facilitating measurements in cooking and scientific contexts.
Current Use
Deciliters are used in various countries for measuring liquids in cooking, nutrition labeling, and scientific experiments, especially where metric units are standard.
Cubic Foot
A cubic foot (ft^3) is a unit of volume representing the space occupied by a cube with sides of one foot in length.
History/Origin
The cubic foot has been used historically in the imperial and US customary measurement systems for measuring volume, especially in construction, real estate, and engineering contexts.
Current Use
Today, the cubic foot is still used in the United States and some other regions for measuring large volumes of liquids, gases, and bulk materials, particularly in industries like construction, shipping, and HVAC.