Handbreadth to Fathoms (US survey) Converter

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

  1. Enter the input Handbreadth value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Handbreadth into Fathoms (US survey) in realtime ⌚ 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.
  3. You may copy the resulting Fathoms (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 Handbreadth to Fathoms (US survey)?

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

Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = Length(Handbreadth) / 24.000047998049272

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 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 traditional measurement for a table's width is 10 handbreadths.
Convert this width from handbreadths to Fathoms (US survey).

Answer:

Given:

The length in handbreadth is:

Length(Handbreadth) = 10

Formula:

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

Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = Length(Handbreadth) / 24.000047998049272

Substitution:

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

Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = 10 / 24.000047998049272

Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = 0.4167

Final Answer:

Therefore, 10 handbreadth is equal to 0.4167 fath.

The length is 0.4167 fath, in fathoms (us survey).

2

Consider that a door is 6 handbreadths wide.
Convert this width from handbreadths to Fathoms (US survey).

Answer:

Given:

The length in handbreadth is:

Length(Handbreadth) = 6

Formula:

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

Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = Length(Handbreadth) / 24.000047998049272

Substitution:

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

Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = 6 / 24.000047998049272

Length(Fathoms (US survey)) = 0.25

Final Answer:

Therefore, 6 handbreadth is equal to 0.25 fath.

The length is 0.25 fath, in fathoms (us survey).

Handbreadth to Fathoms (US survey) Conversion Table

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

Handbreadth (handbreadth)Fathoms (US survey) (fath)
0 handbreadth0 fath
1 handbreadth0.04166658334 fath
2 handbreadth0.08333316667 fath
3 handbreadth0.125 fath
4 handbreadth0.1667 fath
5 handbreadth0.2083 fath
6 handbreadth0.25 fath
7 handbreadth0.2917 fath
8 handbreadth0.3333 fath
9 handbreadth0.375 fath
10 handbreadth0.4167 fath
20 handbreadth0.8333 fath
50 handbreadth2.0833 fath
100 handbreadth4.1667 fath
1000 handbreadth41.6666 fath
10000 handbreadth416.6658 fath
100000 handbreadth4166.6583 fath

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.

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.

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