Convert Link to Light Year
Instantly convert Link to Light Year with our advanced Length calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Link or Light Year, this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.
What is a Link?
The Link is a surveyor's chain unit. One chain is divided into 100 links, making each link equal to 7.92 inches.
What is a Light Year?
The Light-year (ly) is a unit of length used to express astronomical distances. It is equivalent to about 9.46 trillion kilometers, the distance light travels in one year.
How to Convert Link to Light Year
To convert Link to Light Year, multiply the Link value by 2.12629e-17.
ly = li × 2.12629e-17Manual Calculation Steps
Step 1: Identify the Formula
The standard formula to convert from Link to Light Year is:
ly = li × 2.12629e-17Step 2: Plug in the Value
Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 li) into the formula.
Step 3: Calculate the Result
Perform the calculation to get the result in Light Year.
Link to Light Year Conversion Table
| Link (li) | Light Year (ly) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2.12629e-17 ly |
| 5 | 1.06314e-16 ly |
| 10 | 2.12629e-16 ly |
| 25 | 5.31572e-16 ly |
| 50 | 1.06314e-15 ly |
| 100 | 2.12629e-15 ly |
| 500 | 1.06314e-14 ly |
| 1000 | 2.12629e-14 ly |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Light Year are in a Link?
There are 2.12629e-17 Light Year in 1 Link.
What is the difference between Link and Light Year?
Link and Light Year are both units used to measure length. The Link is smaller than the Light Year.
How do I convert Link to Light Year?
To convert Link to Light Year, multiply the Link value by 2.12629e-17. For example, to find out how many Light Year there are in a specific number of Link, simply apply this formula.
What are the common uses of Link and Light Year?
Link and Light Year are commonly used in length measurements. Link is often used for smaller scale measurements relative to Light Year.