Length Converter

Convert US Survey Foot to Chain

Instantly convert US Survey Foot to Chain with our advanced Length calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for US Survey Foot or Chain, this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.

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What is a US Survey Foot?

The US Survey Foot is a variation of the foot defined as exactly 1200/3937 meters, used in US geodesy contexts.

What is a Chain?

The Chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet. It was traditionally used in surveying public lands.

How to Convert US Survey Foot to Chain

To convert US Survey Foot to Chain, divide the US Survey Foot value by 66.

ch = ft (US) ÷ 66

Manual Calculation Steps

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Step 1: Identify the Formula

The standard formula to convert from US Survey Foot to Chain is:

ch = ft (US) ÷ 66
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Step 2: Plug in the Value

Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 ft (US)) into the formula.

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Step 3: Calculate the Result

Perform the calculation to get the result in Chain.

US Survey Foot to Chain Conversion Table

US Survey Foot (ft (US))Chain (ch)
10.0151515 ch
50.0757577 ch
100.151515 ch
250.378789 ch
500.757577 ch
1001.51515 ch
5007.57577 ch
100015.1515 ch

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Chain are in a US Survey Foot?

There are 0.0151515 Chain in 1 US Survey Foot.

What is the difference between US Survey Foot and Chain?

US Survey Foot and Chain are both units used to measure length. The US Survey Foot is smaller than the Chain.

How do I convert US Survey Foot to Chain?

To convert US Survey Foot to Chain, divide the US Survey Foot value by 66. For example, to find out how many Chain there are in a specific number of US Survey Foot, simply apply this formula.

What are the common uses of US Survey Foot and Chain?

US Survey Foot and Chain are commonly used in length measurements. US Survey Foot is often used for smaller scale measurements relative to Chain.