Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scf
abbreviation
ess-cee-eff
Definition
SCF stands for Standard Cubic Feet, a unit of measurement used to denote the volume of gas at standard temperature and pressure conditions.
Examples
- Natural gas is often measured in SCF for billing purposes.
- The company reported a production volume of 500,000 SCF per day.
- SCF is crucial in determining the efficiency of gas pipelines.
Meaning
In the context of gas measurement, SCF refers to the volume that one standard cubic foot of natural gas would occupy at standard conditions, which are typically defined as 60 degrees Fahrenheit and 14.7 psi of pressure.
Synonyms
- SCFH (Standard Cubic Feet per Hour)
- SCM (Standard Cubic Meter)
