Convert chain (US survey) to point
Please provide values below to convert chain (US survey) [ch (US)] to point [point], or Convert point to chain (US survey).
How to Convert Chain (Us Survey) to Point
1 ch (US) = 57024.1104562135 point
Example: convert 15 ch (US) to point:
15 ch (US) = 15 × 57024.1104562135 point = 855361.656843203 point
Chain (Us Survey) to Point Conversion Table
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Chain (Us Survey)
A U.S. survey chain is a unit of length equal to 66 U.S. survey feet.
History/Origin
The U.S. survey chain is based on the U.S. survey foot, which was slightly different from the international foot. The use of survey units was officially phased out in 2022.
Current Use
The U.S. survey chain was used for land surveying in the United States.
Point
A point is a unit of typographical measurement. In the context of printing, it is approximately 1/72 of an inch.
History/Origin
The point system of typography was developed in the 18th century. It provides a standardized way to measure font sizes and leading.
Current Use
The point is the standard unit for measuring font sizes in both print and digital media.