Handbreadth to Chains Converter

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How to use this Handbreadth to Chains Converter πŸ€”

Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Handbreadth to the units of Chains.

  1. Enter the input Handbreadth value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Handbreadth into Chains in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Chains label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Chains value is re-calculated, just like that.
  3. You may copy the resulting Chains 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 Handbreadth to Chains?

The formula to convert given length from Handbreadth to Chains is:

Length(Chains) = Length(Handbreadth) / 263.99999988734595

Substitute the given value of length in handbreadth, i.e., Length(Handbreadth) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the length in chains, i.e., Length(Chains).

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Examples

1

Consider that a traditional measurement for a table's width is 10 handbreadths.
Convert this width from handbreadths to Chains.

Answer:

Given:

The length in handbreadth is:

Length(Handbreadth) = 10

Formula:

The formula to convert length from handbreadth to chains is:

Length(Chains) = Length(Handbreadth) / 263.99999988734595

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Handbreadth) = 10 in the above formula.

Length(Chains) = 10 / 263.99999988734595

Length(Chains) = 0.0378787878949515

Final Answer:

Therefore, 10 handbreadth is equal to 0.0378787878949515 ch.

The length is 0.0378787878949515 ch, in chains.

2

Consider that a door is 6 handbreadths wide.
Convert this width from handbreadths to Chains.

Answer:

Given:

The length in handbreadth is:

Length(Handbreadth) = 6

Formula:

The formula to convert length from handbreadth to chains is:

Length(Chains) = Length(Handbreadth) / 263.99999988734595

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Handbreadth) = 6 in the above formula.

Length(Chains) = 6 / 263.99999988734595

Length(Chains) = 0.0227272727369709

Final Answer:

Therefore, 6 handbreadth is equal to 0.0227272727369709 ch.

The length is 0.0227272727369709 ch, in chains.

Handbreadth to Chains Conversion Table

The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Handbreadth to Chains.

Handbreadth (handbreadth)Chains (ch)
0 handbreadth0 ch
1 handbreadth0.00378787879 ch
2 handbreadth0.00757575758 ch
3 handbreadth0.01136363637 ch
4 handbreadth0.01515151516 ch
5 handbreadth0.01893939395 ch
6 handbreadth0.02272727274 ch
7 handbreadth0.02651515153 ch
8 handbreadth0.03030303032 ch
9 handbreadth0.03409090911 ch
10 handbreadth0.03787878789 ch
20 handbreadth0.07575757579 ch
50 handbreadth0.1894 ch
100 handbreadth0.3788 ch
1000 handbreadth3.7879 ch
10000 handbreadth37.8788 ch
100000 handbreadth378.7879 ch

Handbreadth

A handbreadth is a historical unit of length used to measure small distances, typically based on the width of a hand. One handbreadth is approximately equivalent to 4 inches or about 0.1016 meters.

The handbreadth is defined as the width of a person's hand, measured from the edge of the thumb to the edge of the little finger when the hand is spread out. This unit was used for practical measurements in various contexts, including textiles and construction.

Handbreadths were used in historical measurement systems for assessing lengths and dimensions where precise tools were not available. Although less common today, the unit provides historical context for traditional measurement practices and everyday use in different cultures.

Chains

A chain is a unit of length used primarily in land surveying and agriculture. One chain is equivalent to 66 feet or approximately 20.1168 meters.

The chain is defined as 66 feet, which is historically based on the length of a chain used in surveying practices and land measurement.

Chains are commonly used in land surveying for measuring distances, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom. The unit is useful for tasks such as plotting and dividing land and has historical significance in the development of surveying techniques.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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