Fathoms (US survey) to Nails (cloth) Converter

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

Fathoms (US survey) to Nails (cloth) Converter | fath to nail
  1. Enter the input Fathoms (US survey) value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Fathoms (US survey) into Nails (cloth) in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Nails (cloth) label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Nails (cloth) value is re-calculated, just like that.
  3. You may copy the resulting Nails (cloth) 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 Nails (cloth)?

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

Length(Nails (cloth)) = Length(Fathoms (US survey)) / 0.03124993750326031

To convert any given length from fathoms (us survey) to nails (cloth), substitute the given value of Length(Fathoms (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 river's depth is measured at 5 fathoms (US survey).
Convert this depth from fathoms (US survey) to Nails (cloth).

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 nails (cloth) is:

Length(Nails (cloth)) = Length(Fathoms (US survey)) / 0.03124993750326031

Substitution:

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

Length(Nails (cloth)) = 5 / 0.03124993750326031

Length(Nails (cloth)) = 160.0003

Final Answer:

Therefore, 5 fath is equal to 160.0003 nail.

The length is 160.0003 nail, in nails (cloth).

2

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

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 nails (cloth) is:

Length(Nails (cloth)) = Length(Fathoms (US survey)) / 0.03124993750326031

Substitution:

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

Length(Nails (cloth)) = 8 / 0.03124993750326031

Length(Nails (cloth)) = 256.0005

Final Answer:

Therefore, 8 fath is equal to 256.0005 nail.

The length is 256.0005 nail, in nails (cloth).

Fathoms (US survey) to Nails (cloth) Conversion Table

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

Fathoms (US survey) (fath)Nails (cloth) (nail)
0 fath0 nail
1 fath32.0001 nail
2 fath64.0001 nail
3 fath96.0002 nail
4 fath128.0003 nail
5 fath160.0003 nail
6 fath192.0004 nail
7 fath224.0004 nail
8 fath256.0005 nail
9 fath288.0006 nail
10 fath320.0006 nail
20 fath640.0013 nail
50 fath1600.0032 nail
100 fath3200.0064 nail
1000 fath32000.064 nail
10000 fath320000.64 nail
100000 fath3200006.3997 nail

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.

Nails (cloth)

A nail is a historical unit of length used in cloth measurement and other contexts. One nail is approximately equivalent to 2 inches or 0.0508 meters.

The nail is based on the width of a person's nail or the length of a fingernail, and it was used for finer measurements in textiles and other applications.

Nail measurements were utilized in the textile industry and construction for detailed measurements. Although not commonly used today, the nail provides historical context for traditional measurement practices and standards.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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