Fathoms (US survey) to Chains (US survey) Converter

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Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Fathoms (US survey) to the units of Chains (US survey).

Fathoms (US survey) to Chains (US survey) Converter | fath to ch
  1. Enter the input Fathoms (US survey) value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Fathoms (US survey) into Chains (US survey) in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Chains (US survey) label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Chains (US survey) value is re-calculated, just like that.
  3. You may copy the resulting Chains (US survey) value using the Copy button.
  4. To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
  5. You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.

What is the Formula to convert Fathoms (US survey) to Chains (US survey)?

The formula to convert given length from Fathoms (US survey) to Chains (US survey) is:

Length(Chains (US survey)) = Length(Fathoms (US survey)) / 10.999999991953263

Substitute the given value of length in fathoms (us survey), i.e., Length(Fathoms (US survey)) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the length in chains (us survey), i.e., Length(Chains (US survey)).

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Examples

1

Consider that a river's depth is measured at 5 fathoms (US survey).
Convert this depth from fathoms (US survey) to Chains (US survey).

Answer:

Given:

The length in fathoms (us survey) is:

Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = 5

Formula:

The formula to convert length from fathoms (us survey) to chains (us survey) is:

Length(Chains (US survey)) = Length(Fathoms (US survey)) / 10.999999991953263

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = 5 in the above formula.

Length(Chains (US survey)) = 5 / 10.999999991953263

Length(Chains (US survey)) = 0.4545

Final Answer:

Therefore, 5 fath is equal to 0.4545 ch.

The length is 0.4545 ch, in chains (us survey).

2

Consider that a dock extends into the sea for 8 fathoms (US survey).
Convert this length from fathoms (US survey) to Chains (US survey).

Answer:

Given:

The length in fathoms (us survey) is:

Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = 8

Formula:

The formula to convert length from fathoms (us survey) to chains (us survey) is:

Length(Chains (US survey)) = Length(Fathoms (US survey)) / 10.999999991953263

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = 8 in the above formula.

Length(Chains (US survey)) = 8 / 10.999999991953263

Length(Chains (US survey)) = 0.7273

Final Answer:

Therefore, 8 fath is equal to 0.7273 ch.

The length is 0.7273 ch, in chains (us survey).

Fathoms (US survey) to Chains (US survey) Conversion Table

The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Fathoms (US survey) to Chains (US survey).

Fathoms (US survey) (fath)Chains (US survey) (ch)
0 fath0 ch
1 fath0.09090909098 ch
2 fath0.1818 ch
3 fath0.2727 ch
4 fath0.3636 ch
5 fath0.4545 ch
6 fath0.5455 ch
7 fath0.6364 ch
8 fath0.7273 ch
9 fath0.8182 ch
10 fath0.9091 ch
20 fath1.8182 ch
50 fath4.5455 ch
100 fath9.0909 ch
1000 fath90.9091 ch
10000 fath909.0909 ch
100000 fath9090.9091 ch

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.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the formula for converting Fathoms (US survey) to Chains (US survey) in Length?

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