Convert chain to ell
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to ell [ell], or Convert ell to chain.
1 ch = 17.6 ell. To convert chain to ell, multiply the value by 17.6; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ell = 0.0568181818182 ch). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ch = 17.6 ell
- 1 ell = 0.0568181818182 ch
- 10 ch = 176 ell
- 100 ch = 1760 ell
How to Convert Chain to Ell
1 ch = 17.6 ell
Example: convert 15 ch to ell:
15 ch = 15 × 17.6 ell = 264 ell
Chain to Ell Conversion Table
| chain | ell |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 17.6 ell |
| 2 ch | 35.2 ell |
| 3 ch | 52.8 ell |
| 5 ch | 88 ell |
| 10 ch | 176 ell |
| 20 ch | 352 ell |
| 50 ch | 880 ell |
| 100 ch | 1760 ell |
| 500 ch | 8800 ell |
| 1000 ch | 17600 ell |
Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.
Ell
The ell is an obsolete unit of length, originally used for measuring cloth. Its length varied in different countries, but it was generally around 45 inches.
History/Origin
The word "ell" is derived from the Latin "ulna," meaning "forearm," as the unit was originally based on the length of the forearm.
Current Use
The ell is no longer in use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in ell?
1 chain (ch) = 17.6 ell (ell).
How do you convert chain to ell?
Multiply the chain value by 17.6. For example, 25 ch × 17.6 = 440 ell.
What is 10 chain in ell?
10 ch = 176 ell.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the ell?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 17.6 ell.