Convert Foot to Chain

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Conversion Formula:

ch = ft × 0.015152

Convert Foot to Chain (ft to ch) instantly with accurate, readable results.

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Foot (ft) — Imperial/US unit defined exactly as 0.3048 meters

Common for human height, room dimensions, and construction. Part of the feet–inches notation in building trades.

  • Symbol: ft
  • System: Imperial/US customary
  • Exact relations: 1 ft = 0.3048 m = 30.48 cm = 304.8 mm (exact)
  • Other relations: 1 ft = 12 in, 3 ft = 1 yd
  • Typical examples: ceiling heights, floor plans, ladder lengths
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Chain - traditional surveying length unit

Chain is a historical unit used in land surveying, specifically Gunter’s chain. Used on cadastral maps and by railways and surveyors across the English-speaking world.

  • Symbols: ch (common)
  • System: Imperial/US customary (historic surveying)
  • Exact relations: 1 chain = 66 ft = 22 yd = 4 rods = 100 links = 1/80 mile; 10 chains = 1 furlong
  • Metric equivalents: 1 chain = 20.1168 m (exact)
  • Typical examples: UK railway distances recorded in miles and chains; a cricket pitch length is 1 chain (22 yd)