Convert chain to span (cloth)
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to span (cloth) [span], or Convert span (cloth) to chain.
1 ch = 88 span. To convert chain to span (cloth), multiply the value by 88; to go the other way, divide by it (1 span = 0.0113636363636 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 = 88 span
- 1 span = 0.0113636363636 ch
- 10 ch = 880 span
- 100 ch = 8800 span
How to Convert Chain to Span (Cloth)
1 ch = 88 span
Example: convert 15 ch to span:
15 ch = 15 × 88 span = 1320 span
Chain to Span (Cloth) Conversion Table
| chain | span (cloth) |
|---|---|
| 1 ch | 88 span |
| 2 ch | 176 span |
| 3 ch | 264 span |
| 5 ch | 440 span |
| 10 ch | 880 span |
| 20 ch | 1760 span |
| 50 ch | 4400 span |
| 100 ch | 8800 span |
| 500 ch | 44000 span |
| 1000 ch | 88000 span |
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.
Span (Cloth)
A span is an obsolete unit of length, typically about 9 inches, based on the distance between the tip of the thumb and the tip of the little finger when the hand is fully extended.
History/Origin
The span has been used as a unit of measurement for thousands of years in many different cultures.
Current Use
The span is no longer a standard unit of measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 chain in span (cloth)?
1 chain (ch) = 88 span (cloth) (span).
How do you convert chain to span (cloth)?
Multiply the chain value by 88. For example, 25 ch × 88 = 2200 span.
What is 10 chain in span (cloth)?
10 ch = 880 span.
Which unit is larger, the chain or the span (cloth)?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ch = 88 span.