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Convert Chains (US survey) to Fathoms

Chains (US survey)




Fathoms


How to use this Chains (US survey) to Fathoms Converter 🤔

Follow these steps to convert given Chains (US survey) value from Chains (US survey) units to Fathoms units.

  1. Enter the input Chains (US survey) value in the text field.
  2. The given Chains (US survey) is converted to Fathoms in realtime ⌚ using the formula, and displayed under the Fathoms label.
  3. You may copy the resulting Fathoms value using the Copy button.

Formula

To convert given length from Chains (US survey) to Fathoms, use the following formula.

Fathoms = Chains (US survey) / 0.09090890915962183

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Chains (US survey) to Fathoms Conversion Table

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

Chains (US survey) (ch)Fathoms (fath)
0 ch0 fath
1 ch11 fath
2 ch22 fath
3 ch33.0001 fath
4 ch44.0001 fath
5 ch55.0001 fath
6 ch66.0001 fath
7 ch77.0002 fath
8 ch88.0002 fath
9 ch99.0002 fath
10 ch110.0002 fath
20 ch220.0004 fath
50 ch550.0011 fath
100 ch1100.0022 fath
1000 ch11000.022 fath
10000 ch110000.2199 fath
100000 ch1100002.1992 fath

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.

Fathoms

A fathom is a unit of length used primarily in maritime contexts to measure water depth. One fathom is equivalent to 6 feet or approximately 1.8288 meters.

The fathom is defined as 6 feet, making it a convenient measurement for nautical and maritime applications, particularly for depth soundings and underwater measurements.

Fathoms are commonly used in navigation, fishing, and marine activities to describe the depth of water. The unit provides a practical measurement for underwater distances and has historical significance in maritime practices.