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Convert Chains to Fathoms

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How to use this Chains to Fathoms Converter 🤔

Follow these steps to convert given Chains value from Chains units to Fathoms units.

  1. Enter the input Chains value in the text field.
  2. The given Chains 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 to Fathoms, use the following formula.

Fathoms = Chains / 0.09090909094234181

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Chains to Fathoms Conversion Table

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

Chains (ch)Fathoms (fath)
0 ch0 fath
1 ch11 fath
2 ch22 fath
3 ch33 fath
4 ch44 fath
5 ch55 fath
6 ch66 fath
7 ch77 fath
8 ch88 fath
9 ch99 fath
10 ch110 fath
20 ch220 fath
50 ch550 fath
100 ch1100 fath
1000 ch11000 fath
10000 ch110000 fath
100000 ch1099999.9996 fath

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.

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.