Convert chain to link
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to link [li], or Convert link to chain.
1 ch = 100 li. To convert chain to link, multiply the value by 100; to go the other way, divide by it (1 li = 0.01 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 = 100 li
- 1 li = 0.01 ch
- 10 ch = 1000 li
- 100 ch = 10000 li
How to Convert Chain to Link
1 ch = 100 li
Example: convert 15 ch to li:
15 ch = 15 × 100 li = 1500 li
Chain to Link Conversion Table
| chain | link |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 100 li |
| 2 ch | 200 li |
| 3 ch | 300 li |
| 5 ch | 500 li |
| 10 ch | 1000 li |
| 20 ch | 2000 li |
| 50 ch | 5000 li |
| 100 ch | 10000 li |
| 500 ch | 50000 li |
| 1000 ch | 100000 li |
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.
Link
A link, specifically Gunter's link, is a unit of length equal to 7.92 inches, or 1/100 of a chain.
History/Origin
The link is part of Gunter's chain, a surveying tool invented by Edmund Gunter in the 17th century.
Current Use
The link is an obsolete unit of measurement, but may be found in old land surveys.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in link?
1 chain (ch) = 100 link (li).
How do you convert chain to link?
Multiply the chain value by 100. For example, 25 ch × 100 = 2500 li.
What is 10 chain in link?
10 ch = 1000 li.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the link?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 100 li.