Convert chain to rope
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to rope [rope], or Convert rope to chain.
1 ch = 3.3 rope. To convert chain to rope, multiply the value by 3.3; to go the other way, divide by it (1 rope = 0.30303030303 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 = 3.3 rope
- 1 rope = 0.30303030303 ch
- 10 ch = 33 rope
- 100 ch = 330 rope
How to Convert Chain to Rope
1 ch = 3.3 rope
Example: convert 15 ch to rope:
15 ch = 15 × 3.3 rope = 49.5 rope
Chain to Rope Conversion Table
| chain | rope |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 3.3 rope |
| 2 ch | 6.6 rope |
| 3 ch | 9.9 rope |
| 5 ch | 16.5 rope |
| 10 ch | 33 rope |
| 20 ch | 66 rope |
| 50 ch | 165 rope |
| 100 ch | 330 rope |
| 500 ch | 1650 rope |
| 1000 ch | 3300 rope |
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.
Rope
A rope is an archaic unit of length, typically varying from 20 to 24 feet.
History/Origin
The length of a rope as a unit of measurement was not standardized and varied by location and trade.
Current Use
The rope as a unit of length is obsolete.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in rope?
1 chain (ch) = 3.3 rope (rope).
How do you convert chain to rope?
Multiply the chain value by 3.3. For example, 25 ch × 3.3 = 82.5 rope.
What is 10 chain in rope?
10 ch = 33 rope.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the rope?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 3.3 rope.