Convert chain to perch
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to perch [perch], or Convert perch to chain.
1 ch = 4 perch. To convert chain to perch, multiply the value by 4; to go the other way, divide by it (1 perch = 0.25 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 = 4 perch
- 1 perch = 0.25 ch
- 10 ch = 40 perch
- 100 ch = 400 perch
How to Convert Chain to Perch
1 ch = 4 perch
Example: convert 15 ch to perch:
15 ch = 15 × 4 perch = 60 perch
Chain to Perch Conversion Table
| chain | perch |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 4 perch |
| 2 ch | 8 perch |
| 3 ch | 12 perch |
| 5 ch | 20 perch |
| 10 ch | 40 perch |
| 20 ch | 80 perch |
| 50 ch | 200 perch |
| 100 ch | 400 perch |
| 500 ch | 2000 perch |
| 1000 ch | 4000 perch |
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.
Perch
A perch is a unit of length equal to a rod, which is 16.5 feet.
History/Origin
The term "perch" has been used as a unit of measurement since medieval times and was often used interchangeably with "rod" and "pole."
Current Use
The perch is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in perch?
1 chain (ch) = 4 perch (perch).
How do you convert chain to perch?
Multiply the chain value by 4. For example, 25 ch × 4 = 100 perch.
What is 10 chain in perch?
10 ch = 40 perch.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the perch?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 4 perch.