How to use this Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey) Converter π€
Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Chains (US survey) to the units of Fathoms (US survey).
Enter the input Chains (US survey) value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Chains (US survey) into Fathoms (US survey) in realtime β using the conversion formula, and displays under the Fathoms (US survey) label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Fathoms (US survey) value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Fathoms (US survey) 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 Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey)?
The formula to convert given length from Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey) is:
Substitute the given value of length in chains (us survey), i.e., Length(Chains (US survey)) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the length in fathoms (us survey), i.e., Length(Fathoms (US survey)).
Calculation
Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.
Examples
1
Consider that a land survey recorded a boundary line of 25 chains (US survey). Convert this distance from chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey).
Answer:
Given:
The length in chains (us survey) is:
Length(Chains (US survey)) = 25
Formula:
The formula to convert length from chains (us survey) to fathoms (us survey) is:
Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey) Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey).
Chains (US survey) (ch)
Fathoms (US survey) (fath)
0 ch
0 fath
1 ch
11 fath
2 ch
22 fath
3 ch
33 fath
4 ch
44 fath
5 ch
55 fath
6 ch
66 fath
7 ch
77 fath
8 ch
88 fath
9 ch
99 fath
10 ch
110 fath
20 ch
220 fath
50 ch
550 fath
100 ch
1100 fath
1000 ch
11000 fath
10000 ch
109999.9999fath
100000 ch
1099999.9992fath
Chains (US survey)
A chain (US survey) is a unit of length used primarily in land surveying in the United States. One US survey chain is equivalent to exactly 66 feet or approximately 20.1168 meters.
The US survey chain is defined as 66 feet, based on historical surveying practices and used for measuring and plotting land.
Chains (US survey) are used in land surveying for tasks such as property measurement, land division, and mapping in the United States. This unit ensures consistency and accuracy in surveying and land measurement activities.
Fathoms (US survey)
A fathom (US survey) is a unit of length used primarily in maritime contexts in the United States to measure water depth. One US survey fathom is equivalent to exactly 6 feet or approximately 1.8288 meters.
The US survey fathom is defined as 6 feet, consistent with historical maritime measurement practices and used for depth soundings and underwater measurements.
Fathoms (US survey) are utilized in navigation, fishing, and marine activities in the United States to describe water depth. The unit provides a practical measurement for underwater distances and ensures consistency in maritime practices.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey) in Length?
The formula to convert Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey) in Length is:
Chains (US survey) / 0.09090909097559287
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Length conversion tool, which converts Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey), is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Length from Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey)?
To convert Length from Chains (US survey) to Fathoms (US survey), you can use the following formula:
Chains (US survey) / 0.09090909097559287
For example, if you have a value in Chains (US survey), you substitute that value in place of Chains (US survey) in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Fathoms (US survey).