Convert fathom to hand
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to hand [hand], or Convert hand to fathom.
1 fath = 18 hand. To convert fathom to hand, multiply the value by 18; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hand = 0.0555555555556 fath). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 fath = 18 hand
- 1 hand = 0.0555555555556 fath
- 10 fath = 180 hand
- 100 fath = 1800 hand
How to Convert Fathom to Hand
1 fath = 18 hand
Example: convert 15 fath to hand:
15 fath = 15 × 18 hand = 270 hand
Fathom to Hand Conversion Table
| fathom | hand |
|---|---|
| 1 fath | 18 hand |
| 2 fath | 36 hand |
| 3 fath | 54 hand |
| 5 fath | 90 hand |
| 10 fath | 180 hand |
| 20 fath | 360 hand |
| 50 fath | 900 hand |
| 100 fath | 1800 hand |
| 500 fath | 9000 hand |
| 1000 fath | 18000 hand |
Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.
Hand
A hand is a unit of length equal to 4 inches.
History/Origin
The hand was originally the width of a man's hand, including the thumb. It was standardized to 4 inches for measuring the height of horses.
Current Use
The hand is still used today to measure the height of horses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 fathom in hand?
1 fathom (fath) = 18 hand (hand).
How do you convert fathom to hand?
Multiply the fathom value by 18. For example, 25 fath × 18 = 450 hand.
What is 10 fathom in hand?
10 fath = 180 hand.
Which unit is larger, the fathom or the hand?
The fathom is the larger unit: 1 fath = 18 hand.