Convert fathom to nail (cloth)
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to nail (cloth) [nail], or Convert nail (cloth) to fathom.
1 fath = 32 nail. To convert fathom to nail (cloth), multiply the value by 32; to go the other way, divide by it (1 nail = 0.03125 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 = 32 nail
- 1 nail = 0.03125 fath
- 10 fath = 320 nail
- 100 fath = 3200 nail
How to Convert Fathom to Nail (Cloth)
1 fath = 32 nail
Example: convert 15 fath to nail:
15 fath = 15 × 32 nail = 480 nail
Fathom to Nail (Cloth) Conversion Table
| fathom | nail (cloth) |
|---|---|
| 1 fath | 32 nail |
| 2 fath | 64 nail |
| 3 fath | 96 nail |
| 5 fath | 160 nail |
| 10 fath | 320 nail |
| 20 fath | 640 nail |
| 50 fath | 1600 nail |
| 100 fath | 3200 nail |
| 500 fath | 16000 nail |
| 1000 fath | 32000 nail |
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.
Nail (Cloth)
A nail is an obsolete unit of length, used for measuring cloth, equal to 2 1/4 inches.
History/Origin
The nail was a traditional English unit of measurement, likely deriving its name from the length of the last two joints of the middle finger.
Current Use
The nail is no longer in use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 fathom in nail (cloth)?
1 fathom (fath) = 32 nail (cloth) (nail).
How do you convert fathom to nail (cloth)?
Multiply the fathom value by 32. For example, 25 fath × 32 = 800 nail.
What is 10 fathom in nail (cloth)?
10 fath = 320 nail.
Which unit is larger, the fathom or the nail (cloth)?
The fathom is the larger unit: 1 fath = 32 nail.