Convert chain to millimeter
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to millimeter [mm], or Convert millimeter to chain.
1 ch = 20116.8 mm. To convert chain to millimeter, multiply the value by 20116.8; to go the other way, divide by it (1 mm = 4.9709695379e-05 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 = 20116.8 mm
- 1 mm = 4.9709695379e-05 ch
- 10 ch = 201168 mm
- 100 ch = 2011680 mm
How to Convert Chain to Millimeter
1 ch = 20116.8 mm
Example: convert 15 ch to mm:
15 ch = 15 × 20116.8 mm = 301752 mm
Chain to Millimeter Conversion Table
| chain | millimeter |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 20116.8 mm |
| 2 ch | 40233.6 mm |
| 3 ch | 60350.4 mm |
| 5 ch | 100584 mm |
| 10 ch | 201168 mm |
| 20 ch | 402336 mm |
| 50 ch | 1005840 mm |
| 100 ch | 2011680 mm |
| 500 ch | 10058400 mm |
| 1000 ch | 20116800 mm |
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.
Millimeter
A millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-thousandth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "milli-" comes from the Latin word "mille," meaning thousand. The millimeter was part of the original metric system adopted in France in 1795.
Current Use
The millimeter is widely used in engineering and manufacturing for high-precision measurements. It is also a common unit in construction and for measuring small objects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in millimeter?
1 chain (ch) = 20116.8 millimeter (mm).
How do you convert chain to millimeter?
Multiply the chain value by 20116.8. For example, 25 ch × 20116.8 = 502920 mm.
What is 10 chain in millimeter?
10 ch = 201168 mm.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the millimeter?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 20116.8 mm.