Convert chain to finger (cloth)
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to finger (cloth) [finger], or Convert finger (cloth) to chain.
1 ch = 176 finger. To convert chain to finger (cloth), multiply the value by 176; to go the other way, divide by it (1 finger = 0.00568181818182 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 = 176 finger
- 1 finger = 0.00568181818182 ch
- 10 ch = 1760 finger
- 100 ch = 17600 finger
How to Convert Chain to Finger (Cloth)
1 ch = 176 finger
Example: convert 15 ch to finger:
15 ch = 15 × 176 finger = 2640 finger
Chain to Finger (Cloth) Conversion Table
| chain | finger (cloth) |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 176 finger |
| 2 ch | 352 finger |
| 3 ch | 528 finger |
| 5 ch | 880 finger |
| 10 ch | 1760 finger |
| 20 ch | 3520 finger |
| 50 ch | 8800 finger |
| 100 ch | 17600 finger |
| 500 ch | 88000 finger |
| 1000 ch | 176000 finger |
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.
Finger (Cloth)
A finger or finger's breadth is an obsolete unit of length, approximately the width of a human finger, about 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The finger has been used as a unit of measurement since ancient times.
Current Use
The finger is no longer a standard unit of measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in finger (cloth)?
1 chain (ch) = 176 finger (cloth) (finger).
How do you convert chain to finger (cloth)?
Multiply the chain value by 176. For example, 25 ch × 176 = 4400 finger.
What is 10 chain in finger (cloth)?
10 ch = 1760 finger.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the finger (cloth)?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 176 finger.