MEASUREMENT UNITS & CONVERSION TABLE
In the world of engineering, accurate measurements hold more significance than any other activity and are crucial for the success of any project. From calculating materials and dimensions to ensuring precision in construction, understanding the appropriate measurement units is vital. Whether you're dealing with length, area, volume, or weight, selecting the right unit for each activity ensures accuracy and efficiency. To simplify the process, we provide Measurement Units for Different Construction Activities,Length Conversion, Area Conversion, Volume Conversion, Density Conversion, Weight Conversion, Pressure Conversion and Energy Conversion Table:
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Measurement Units for Different Construction Activities
| Activity |
Measurement Unit |
Short key |
Symbol |
| Concrete work |
Cubic feet or Cubic meter |
cft or cum |
ft³ or m³ |
| Brickwork |
Cubic feet or Cubic meter |
cft or cum |
ft³ or m³ |
| Excavation |
Cubic feet or Cubic meter |
cft or cum |
ft³ or m³ |
| Flooring |
Square feet or Square meter |
sft or sqm |
ft² or m² |
| Glass work |
Square feet or Square meter |
sft or sqm |
ft² or m² |
| Ceiling |
Square feet or Square meter |
sft or sqm |
ft² or m² |
| Plastering |
Square feet or Square meter |
sft or sqm |
ft² or m² |
| Painting |
Square feet or Square meter |
sft or sqm |
ft² or m² |
| Formwork/Shuttering |
Square feet or Square meter |
sft or sqm |
ft² or m² |
| Column or Wall Cladding |
Square feet or Square meter |
sft or sqm |
ft² or m² |
| Skirting |
Running feet or Running meter |
rft or rm |
ft or m |
| Piping or Conduit |
Running feet or Running meter |
rft or rm |
ft or m |
| Steel reinforcement weight |
Tons |
t |
1000kg |
Length Conversion - Measurement Units & Conversion Table
| From |
To |
Multiplication Factor |
| inch |
cm, mm |
2.540 cm, 25.40 mm |
| sooter |
inch |
0.125 |
| mm |
in |
0.0394 |
| M, m |
ft |
3.2810 |
| ft |
M, m |
0.3048 |
| yd |
M, m |
0.9144 |
| Mile |
km |
1.6090 |
| Nautical mile |
km |
1.8530 |
Area Conversion - Measurement Units & Conversion Table
| From |
To |
Multiplication Factor |
| sq in |
sq cm |
6.4516 |
| sq ft |
sq m |
0.0929 |
| sq yd |
sq m |
0.8361 |
| sq mile |
sq km |
2.5900 |
| acre |
kanal |
8.00 |
| acre |
sq m |
4046.9 |
| acre |
hectare |
0.4047 |
Volume Conversion - Measurement Units & Conversion Table
| From |
To |
Multiplication Factor |
| cu in |
cu cm, cc, cm3 |
16.3900 |
| cu m |
cu ft |
35.3100 |
| cu ft |
in^3 |
1728 |
| cu ft |
cum |
0.0283 |
| cu yd |
cu m |
0.7646 |
| US gal |
cu ft |
7.4820 |
| British gal |
cu ft |
6.2400 |
| US gal |
Litre, lit |
3.7850 |
| British gal |
Litre, lit |
4.5460 |
| cu m |
lit |
0.0296 |
| gpm |
cusec |
2.228 x 10^-3 |
| cusec |
gpm |
448.83 |
| acre ft |
cu ft |
43560 |
Density / Unit Weight Conversion - Measurement Units & Conversion Table
| From |
To |
Multiplication Factor |
| kN / m^3 |
lb / ft^3 |
6.3660 |
| lb / ft^3 |
kN / m^3 |
0.1571 |
| kN / m^3 |
M Ton /m^3 |
0.1020 |
| M Ton /m^3 |
kN / m^3 |
9.8070 |
| Ton/ m^3 |
lb / ft^3 |
62.4300 |
Weight/Force Conversion - Measurement Units & Conversion Table
| From |
To |
Multiplication Factor |
| lb |
kg |
0.4536 |
| kg |
N |
9.8070 |
| lb |
N |
4.4480 |
| kip or K |
lb |
1000 |
| kN |
kip or k |
0.2248 |
| Cwt |
kg |
50.80 |
| T (British) |
Tonne, M ton |
1.0160 |
| T (British) |
lb |
2240 |
| Tonne |
kg |
1000 |
Pressure Conversion - Measurement Units & Conversion Table
| From |
To |
Multiplication Factor |
| atmosphere |
K Pa |
101.30 |
| atmosphere |
lb / ft^2, psf |
2117 |
| atmosphere |
lb / in^2, psi |
14.70 |
| barg |
KPa |
100 |
| kg / cm^2 |
K Pa |
98.07 |
| kg / cm^2 |
lb / ft^2, psf |
2048 |
| lb / ft^2, psf |
KPa |
20.89 |
| lb / in^2, psi |
KPa |
0.1450 |
| lb / ft^2 |
KPa |
0.04787 |
| lb / ft^2 |
lb / in^2, psi |
144 |
| MPa |
lb / in^2, psi |
145 |
Energy / Power Conversion - Measurement Units & Conversion Table
| From |
To |
Multiplication Factor |
| 10 F |
10 C |
0.555 ( 0 F-32 ) |
| J |
ft lb |
0.7373 |
| Nm |
J |
1 |
| Watt hr |
J |
3600 |
| Watt hr |
BTU |
3.4120 |
| 1 Ton TNT |
J |
4.184 x 10^9 |
| BTU/ hr |
K Cal /hr, KW hr |
0.2930 |
| 1 T(air conditioning) |
BTU |
12000 |
| hp |
KW, (Watt) |
0.7457, (746) |
| ft lb / min (ft lb /sec) |
hp |
33,000, (550) |
Understanding and using the correct measurement units is essential for accuracy in construction and engineering projects. Whether working with lengths, volumes, weights, or other dimensions, precise unit conversions ensure that resources are managed efficiently, safety standards are met, and project outcomes are reliable. This conversion table simplifies the process of navigating between different unit systems, allowing professionals to streamline their calculations and improve project performance. Always remember to double-check your conversions, as even small errors can have significant impacts in large-scale projects. Proper use of measurement units is not just about numbers—it's about ensuring quality, safety, and success in every aspect of construction and engineering.
