What is 1 handbreadth to chain (US survey) [ch]?
The converted value is:1 handbreadth = 0.0037878712121213 chain (US survey) [ch]
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What is a Handbreadth?
The Handbreadth, also sometimes called a palm, is a unit of length based on the width of a human hand (excluding the thumb). Its exact value varies but is typically around 7-10 centimeters or 3-4 inches.
What is a US Survey Chain?
The US survey chain (∼20.1168 m) used the US survey foot. This measurement was key in the rectangular survey system that mapped the American frontier.
How to Convert 1 handbreadth to chain (US survey) [ch]
Use this conversion formula:
output = input × 0.00378787121212 + (0)
1 handbreadth = 0.00378787121212 chain (US survey) [ch]
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