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