Convert chain to nail (cloth)
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to nail (cloth) [nail], or Convert nail (cloth) to chain.
1 ch = 352 nail. To convert chain to nail (cloth), multiply the value by 352; to go the other way, divide by it (1 nail = 0.00284090909091 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 = 352 nail
- 1 nail = 0.00284090909091 ch
- 10 ch = 3520 nail
- 100 ch = 35200 nail
How to Convert Chain to Nail (Cloth)
1 ch = 352 nail
Example: convert 15 ch to nail:
15 ch = 15 × 352 nail = 5280 nail
Chain to Nail (Cloth) Conversion Table
| chain | nail (cloth) |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 352 nail |
| 2 ch | 704 nail |
| 3 ch | 1056 nail |
| 5 ch | 1760 nail |
| 10 ch | 3520 nail |
| 20 ch | 7040 nail |
| 50 ch | 17600 nail |
| 100 ch | 35200 nail |
| 500 ch | 176000 nail |
| 1000 ch | 352000 nail |
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.
Nail (Cloth)
A nail is an obsolete unit of length, used for measuring cloth, equal to 2 1/4 inches.
History/Origin
The nail was a traditional English unit of measurement, likely deriving its name from the length of the last two joints of the middle finger.
Current Use
The nail is no longer in use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in nail (cloth)?
1 chain (ch) = 352 nail (cloth) (nail).
How do you convert chain to nail (cloth)?
Multiply the chain value by 352. For example, 25 ch × 352 = 8800 nail.
What is 10 chain in nail (cloth)?
10 ch = 3520 nail.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the nail (cloth)?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 352 nail.