Enter the number of cords and the wood density to convert the volume of wood to tons. This calculator helps in estimating the weight of wood in tons based on its volume in cords and density.
Cords to Tons Formula
The formula to convert cords to tons is as follows:
T = (C * 128 * D) / 2000
Variables:
- T is the weight of the wood in tons
- C is the volume of wood in cords
- D is the wood density in pounds per cubic foot
- 128 is the number of cubic feet in one cord of wood
- 2000 is the number of pounds in one ton
To calculate the weight of wood in tons, multiply the volume of wood in cords by 128 to convert to cubic feet, then multiply by the wood density in pounds per cubic foot, and finally divide by 2000 to convert to tons.
What is a Cord of Wood?
A cord of wood is a unit of measure for wood volume. It is traditionally used to measure firewood and pulpwood in the United States and Canada. A full cord is defined as a stack of wood that is 4 feet high, 4 feet wide, and 8 feet long, totaling 128 cubic feet.
How to Calculate Tons from Cords?
The following steps outline how to calculate the weight of wood in tons from cords:
- First, determine the volume of wood in cords (C).
- Next, determine the wood density (D) in pounds per cubic foot.
- Use the formula T = (C * 128 * D) / 2000 to calculate the weight in tons (T).
- Finally, enter the values into the calculator above to verify the result.
Example Problem:
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
Volume of wood in cords (C) = 2 cords
Wood density (D) = 50 lbs/cubic foot
