Dessertspoon (US) to Barrel (US) Converter
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How to Convert Dessertspoon (US) to Barrel (US)
To mL: multiply by 9.858. To teaspoons (US): multiply by 2. To tablespoons (US): multiply by 0.667.
1 US dsp ≈ 2 US tsp ≈ 2/3 US tbsp ≈ 9.858 mL.
For example, 1 Dessertspoon (US) (dsp (US)) = 0.00006200396821 Barrel (US) (bbl (US)).
Dessertspoon (US) to Barrel (US) — Common Values
| Dessertspoon (US) (dsp (US)) | Barrel (US) (bbl (US)) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.000006200396821 |
| 0.5 | 0.0000310019841 |
| 1 | 0.00006200396821 |
| 2 | 0.0001240079364 |
| 5 | 0.000310019841 |
| 10 | 0.0006200396821 |
| 25 | 0.001550099205 |
| 50 | 0.00310019841 |
| 100 | 0.006200396821 |
| 500 | 0.0310019841 |
| 1000 | 0.06200396821 |
About Dessertspoon (US) (dsp (US))
Definition
The US dessertspoon is a unit of volume approximately double a teaspoon, equal to about 9.858 milliliters, or 2 US teaspoons.
Mathematical Relationship
1 US dsp ≈ 2 US tsp ≈ 2/3 US tbsp ≈ 9.858 mL.
Conversion Formula
To mL: multiply by 9.858. To teaspoons (US): multiply by 2. To tablespoons (US): multiply by 0.667.
Practical Applications
Occasionally used in British/Australian recipes that have been adapted for US kitchens, and in traditional herbal medicine dosing.
Interesting Facts
The dessertspoon is a standard part of a formal European place setting, positioned between the soup spoon and teaspoon.
Common Mistakes
Confusing with a tablespoon — a dessertspoon is about 2/3 of a tablespoon, not half.
Educational Tips
Think of the dessertspoon as 'double a teaspoon' — roughly 10 mL. It's the forgotten middle sibling of measuring spoons.
About Barrel (US) (bbl (US))
Definition
The US barrel is a unit of volume equal to 31.5 US gallons (about 119.24 liters), used for various liquid commodities.
Mathematical Relationship
1 US barrel = 31.5 US gal = 119.24 L = 0.11924 m³ = 4,032 US fl oz.
Conversion Formula
To liters: multiply by 119.24. To US gallons: multiply by 31.5. To UK barrels: multiply by 0.729.
Practical Applications
Brewery production volumes, whiskey barrel aging, wine production, and bulk liquid commodity trading.
Interesting Facts
A bourbon whiskey barrel is 53 gallons (200 L), larger than the standard US liquid barrel. Barrel sizes vary by commodity and country.
Common Mistakes
Confusing the US liquid barrel (31.5 gal) with the petroleum barrel (42 gal). Always specify which barrel type.
Educational Tips
There are several different 'barrel' sizes. US liquid = 31.5 gal, US oil = 42 gal, UK = 36 imperial gal. Always specify!