How to use this Chains (US survey) to Span (cloth) Converter π€
Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Chains (US survey) to the units of Span (cloth).
Enter the input Chains (US survey) value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Chains (US survey) into Span (cloth) in realtime β using the conversion formula, and displays under the Span (cloth) label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Span (cloth) value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Span (cloth) 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 Span (cloth)?
The formula to convert given length from Chains (US survey) to Span (cloth) is:
To convert any given length from chains (us survey) to span (cloth), substitute the given value of Length(Chains (US survey)) in the above formula, simplify the right-hand side value.
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 Span (cloth).
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 span (cloth) is:
Substitute given weight Length(Chains (US survey)) = 30 in the above formula.
Length(Span (cloth)) = 30 / 0.011363613645472273
Length(Span (cloth)) = 2640.0053
Final Answer:
Therefore, 30 ch is equal to 2640.0053 span.
The length is 2640.0053 span, in span (cloth).
Chains (US survey) to Span (cloth) Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Chains (US survey) to Span (cloth).
Chains (US survey) (ch)
Span (cloth) (span)
0 ch
0 span
1 ch
88.0002span
2 ch
176.0004span
3 ch
264.0005span
4 ch
352.0007span
5 ch
440.0009span
6 ch
528.0011span
7 ch
616.0012span
8 ch
704.0014span
9 ch
792.0016span
10 ch
880.0018span
20 ch
1760.0035span
50 ch
4400.0088span
100 ch
8800.0176span
1000 ch
88000.1759span
10000 ch
880001.7593span
100000 ch
8800017.593span
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.
Span (cloth)
A span (cloth) is a unit of length used historically in textiles and cloth measurement. One span (cloth) is approximately equivalent to 24 inches or 0.6096 meters.
The span (cloth) is based on the width of a person's outstretched hand from thumb to little finger, providing a practical measure for fabric lengths and textile work.
Spans (cloth) were used in the textile industry for measuring and cutting fabric. While less common today, the unit remains of historical interest and reflects traditional practices in cloth measurement and tailoring.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Chains (US survey) to Span (cloth) in Length?
The formula to convert Chains (US survey) to Span (cloth) in Length is:
Chains (US survey) / 0.011363613645472273
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Length conversion tool, which converts Chains (US survey) to Span (cloth), is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Length from Chains (US survey) to Span (cloth)?
To convert Length from Chains (US survey) to Span (cloth), you can use the following formula:
Chains (US survey) / 0.011363613645472273
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 Span (cloth).