How to use this Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial) Converter 🤔
Follow these steps to convert given volume from the units of Barrel (Petroleum) to the units of Barrel (Imperial).
Enter the input Barrel (Petroleum) value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Barrel (Petroleum) into Barrel (Imperial) in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Barrel (Imperial) label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Barrel (Imperial) value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Barrel (Imperial) value using the Copy button.
To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.
What is the Formula to convert Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial)?
The formula to convert given volume from Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial) is:
Substitute the given value of volume in barrel (petroleum), i.e., Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the volume in barrel (imperial), i.e., Volume(Barrel (Imperial)).
Calculation
Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.
Examples
1
Consider that a tanker truck transports 200 barrels (petroleum) of crude oil. Convert this volume from barrels (petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial).
Answer:
Given:
The volume in barrel (petroleum) is:
Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 200
Formula:
The formula to convert volume from barrel (petroleum) to barrel (imperial) is:
The volume is 194.2906 bl (imp), in barrel (imperial).
2
Consider that a pipeline transfers 500 barrels (petroleum) of refined oil per day. Convert this flow rate from barrels (petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial).
Answer:
Given:
The volume in barrel (petroleum) is:
Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 500
Formula:
The formula to convert volume from barrel (petroleum) to barrel (imperial) is:
The volume is 485.7266 bl (imp), in barrel (imperial).
Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial) Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial).
Barrel (Petroleum) (bl)
Barrel (Imperial) (bl (imp))
0.01 bl
0.00971453215bl (imp)
0.1 bl
0.09714532154bl (imp)
1 bl
0.9715bl (imp)
2 bl
1.9429bl (imp)
3 bl
2.9144bl (imp)
4 bl
3.8858bl (imp)
5 bl
4.8573bl (imp)
6 bl
5.8287bl (imp)
7 bl
6.8002bl (imp)
8 bl
7.7716bl (imp)
9 bl
8.7431bl (imp)
10 bl
9.7145bl (imp)
20 bl
19.4291bl (imp)
50 bl
48.5727bl (imp)
100 bl
97.1453bl (imp)
1000 bl
971.4532bl (imp)
Barrel (Petroleum)
The petroleum barrel is a standard unit of measurement for crude oil and other petroleum products. Originating in the early oil industry of the 19th century, it has become the globally accepted unit for quantifying oil volumes. Historically, the use of the petroleum barrel facilitated trade and transport, allowing for standardized transactions and efficient handling. Today, it remains a fundamental measure in the oil industry, used extensively in production, shipping, and trading.
Barrel (Imperial)
The Imperial barrel is a unit of measurement used to quantify liquid volumes, particularly in the context of certain types of trade and industry. Originating from the British Imperial system, the barrel has historically been utilized for various commodities, including beer, ale, and other liquids.
An Imperial barrel is defined as containing 36 Imperial gallons, which is equivalent to approximately 163.65924 liters or 43.197 gallons in the US customary system. Traditionally, barrels were constructed from wooden staves and bound by metal hoops, designed for ease of transport and storage. The abbreviation for an Imperial barrel is "bl" or "imp bl."
The Imperial barrel is primarily used in the UK and other countries that have historically used the Imperial system. Its applications include the brewing industry for measuring beer and ale, and it has also been used to measure petroleum products and certain chemicals, although this is less common today. In historical contexts, the Imperial barrel was a standard unit for trade and taxation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial) in Volume?
The formula to convert Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial) in Volume is:
Barrel (Petroleum) * 0.971453215400487
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Volume conversion tool, which converts Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial), is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Volume from Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial)?
To convert Volume from Barrel (Petroleum) to Barrel (Imperial), you can use the following formula:
Barrel (Petroleum) * 0.971453215400487
For example, if you have a value in Barrel (Petroleum), you substitute that value in place of Barrel (Petroleum) in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Barrel (Imperial).