How to use this Handbreadth to Links Converter π€
Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Handbreadth to the units of Links.
Enter the input Handbreadth value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Handbreadth into Links in realtime β using the conversion formula, and displays under the Links label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Links value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Links 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 Handbreadth to Links?
The formula to convert given length from Handbreadth to Links is:
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 links, i.e., Length(Links).
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 Links.
Answer:
Given:
The length in handbreadth is:
Length(Handbreadth) = 10
Formula:
The formula to convert length from handbreadth to links is:
Substitute given weight Length(Handbreadth) = 6 in the above formula.
Length(Links) = 6 / 2.6399999999887345
Length(Links) = 2.2727
Final Answer:
Therefore, 6 handbreadth is equal to 2.2727 li.
The length is 2.2727 li, in links.
Handbreadth to Links Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Handbreadth to Links.
Handbreadth (handbreadth)
Links (li)
0 handbreadth
0 li
1 handbreadth
0.3788li
2 handbreadth
0.7576li
3 handbreadth
1.1364li
4 handbreadth
1.5152li
5 handbreadth
1.8939li
6 handbreadth
2.2727li
7 handbreadth
2.6515li
8 handbreadth
3.0303li
9 handbreadth
3.4091li
10 handbreadth
3.7879li
20 handbreadth
7.5758li
50 handbreadth
18.9394li
100 handbreadth
37.8788li
1000 handbreadth
378.7879li
10000 handbreadth
3787.8788li
100000 handbreadth
37878.7879li
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.
Links
A link is a unit of length used primarily in land surveying and measurement. One link is equivalent to 0.66 feet or approximately 0.201168 meters.
The link is defined as one-hundredth of a chain, where one chain is 66 feet long. This unit is used for finer measurements in land surveying and mapping.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Handbreadth to Links in Length?
The formula to convert Handbreadth to Links in Length is:
Handbreadth / 2.6399999999887345
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Length conversion tool, which converts Handbreadth to Links, is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Length from Handbreadth to Links?
To convert Length from Handbreadth to Links, you can use the following formula:
Handbreadth / 2.6399999999887345
For example, if you have a value in Handbreadth, you substitute that value in place of Handbreadth in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Links.