How to use this Barrel (Petroleum) to Tun Converter 🤔
Follow these steps to convert given volume from the units of Barrel (Petroleum) to the units of Tun.
Enter the input Barrel (Petroleum) value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Barrel (Petroleum) into Tun in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Tun label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Tun value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Tun 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 Tun?
The formula to convert given volume from Barrel (Petroleum) to Tun is:
Volume(Tun) = Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) / 6
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 tun, i.e., Volume(Tun).
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 Tun.
Answer:
Given:
The volume in barrel (petroleum) is:
Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 200
Formula:
The formula to convert volume from barrel (petroleum) to tun is:
Volume(Tun) = Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) / 6
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 200 in the above formula.
Volume(Tun) = 200 / 6
Volume(Tun) = 33.3333
Final Answer:
Therefore, 200 bl is equal to 33.3333 tun.
The volume is 33.3333 tun, in tun.
2
Consider that a pipeline transfers 500 barrels (petroleum) of refined oil per day. Convert this flow rate from barrels (petroleum) to Tun.
Answer:
Given:
The volume in barrel (petroleum) is:
Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 500
Formula:
The formula to convert volume from barrel (petroleum) to tun is:
Volume(Tun) = Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) / 6
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 500 in the above formula.
Volume(Tun) = 500 / 6
Volume(Tun) = 83.3333
Final Answer:
Therefore, 500 bl is equal to 83.3333 tun.
The volume is 83.3333 tun, in tun.
Barrel (Petroleum) to Tun Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Barrel (Petroleum) to Tun.
Barrel (Petroleum) (bl)
Tun (tun)
0.01 bl
0.00166666667tun
0.1 bl
0.01666666667tun
1 bl
0.1667tun
2 bl
0.3333tun
3 bl
0.5tun
4 bl
0.6667tun
5 bl
0.8333tun
6 bl
1 tun
7 bl
1.1667tun
8 bl
1.3333tun
9 bl
1.5tun
10 bl
1.6667tun
20 bl
3.3333tun
50 bl
8.3333tun
100 bl
16.6667tun
1000 bl
166.6667tun
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.
Tun
The tun is a unit of measurement used to quantify large volumes, particularly in the context of liquids such as wine or beer. It is defined as approximately 1,016.5 liters or 1,056 US quarts. Historically, the tun was used to measure the capacity of large casks or barrels for storing and transporting liquids. The term is still referenced in certain industries, such as brewing and winemaking, where large volumes are common. Although less commonly used today, it remains part of historical measurement systems and is occasionally encountered in trade and commerce.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Barrel (Petroleum) to Tun in Volume?
The formula to convert Barrel (Petroleum) to Tun in Volume is:
Barrel (Petroleum) / 6
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Volume conversion tool, which converts Barrel (Petroleum) to Tun, is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Volume from Barrel (Petroleum) to Tun?
To convert Volume from Barrel (Petroleum) to Tun, you can use the following formula:
Barrel (Petroleum) / 6
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 Tun.
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