Kens to Chains (US survey) Converter

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

Kens to Chains (US survey) Converter | ken to ch
  1. Enter the input Kens value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Kens 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 Kens to Chains (US survey)?

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

Length(Chains (US survey)) = Length(Kens) / 9.496421861887592

Substitute the given value of length in kens, i.e., Length(Kens) 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 traditional Japanese building is 3 kens wide.
Convert this width from kens to Chains (US survey).

Answer:

Given:

The length in kens is:

Length(Kens) = 3

Formula:

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

Length(Chains (US survey)) = Length(Kens) / 9.496421861887592

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Kens) = 3 in the above formula.

Length(Chains (US survey)) = 3 / 9.496421861887592

Length(Chains (US survey)) = 0.3159

Final Answer:

Therefore, 3 ken is equal to 0.3159 ch.

The length is 0.3159 ch, in chains (us survey).

2

Consider that a Japanese temple's hall is 5 kens long.
Convert this length from kens to Chains (US survey).

Answer:

Given:

The length in kens is:

Length(Kens) = 5

Formula:

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

Length(Chains (US survey)) = Length(Kens) / 9.496421861887592

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Kens) = 5 in the above formula.

Length(Chains (US survey)) = 5 / 9.496421861887592

Length(Chains (US survey)) = 0.5265

Final Answer:

Therefore, 5 ken is equal to 0.5265 ch.

The length is 0.5265 ch, in chains (us survey).

Kens to Chains (US survey) Conversion Table

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

Kens (ken)Chains (US survey) (ch)
0 ken0 ch
1 ken0.1053 ch
2 ken0.2106 ch
3 ken0.3159 ch
4 ken0.4212 ch
5 ken0.5265 ch
6 ken0.6318 ch
7 ken0.7371 ch
8 ken0.8424 ch
9 ken0.9477 ch
10 ken1.053 ch
20 ken2.1061 ch
50 ken5.2651 ch
100 ken10.5303 ch
1000 ken105.3028 ch
10000 ken1053.0282 ch
100000 ken10530.282 ch

Kens

A ken is a historical unit of length used in various cultures, particularly in Asia. The length of a ken can vary depending on the region and context. In Japan, one ken is approximately equivalent to 6 feet or about 1.8288 meters.

The ken was traditionally used in architectural and construction measurements, particularly in the design of buildings and layout of spaces.

Ken measurements were utilized in historical architecture and construction practices in Asian cultures. Although not commonly used today, the unit provides historical context for traditional measurement standards and practices in building and design.

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)

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