Convert chain to ken
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to ken [ken], or Convert ken to chain.
1 ch = 9.4964028777 ken. To convert chain to ken, multiply the value by 9.4964028777; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ken = 0.105303030303 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 = 9.4964028777 ken
- 1 ken = 0.105303030303 ch
- 10 ch = 94.964028777 ken
- 100 ch = 949.64028777 ken
How to Convert Chain to Ken
1 ch = 9.49640287769784 ken
Example: convert 15 ch to ken:
15 ch = 15 × 9.49640287769784 ken = 142.446043165468 ken
Chain to Ken Conversion Table
| chain | ken |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 9.4964028777 ken |
| 2 ch | 18.9928057554 ken |
| 3 ch | 28.4892086331 ken |
| 5 ch | 47.4820143885 ken |
| 10 ch | 94.964028777 ken |
| 20 ch | 189.928057554 ken |
| 50 ch | 474.820143885 ken |
| 100 ch | 949.64028777 ken |
| 500 ch | 4748.20143885 ken |
| 1000 ch | 9496.4028777 ken |
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.
Ken
The ken is a traditional Japanese unit of length, equal to six Japanese feet (shaku). Its length has varied over time, but it is now standardized at 1.818 meters.
History/Origin
The ken was traditionally used in Japanese architecture and land measurement.
Current Use
The ken is still used in traditional Japanese carpentry and architecture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in ken?
1 chain (ch) = 9.4964028777 ken (ken).
How do you convert chain to ken?
Multiply the chain value by 9.4964028777. For example, 25 ch × 9.4964028777 = 237.410071942 ken.
What is 10 chain in ken?
10 ch = 94.964028777 ken.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the ken?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 9.4964028777 ken.