Convert pica to furlong
Please provide values below to convert pica [pica] to furlong [fur], or Convert furlong to pica.
1 pica = 2.10437708781e-05 fur. To convert pica to furlong, multiply the value by 2.10437708781e-05; to go the other way, divide by it (1 fur = 47520.0003742 pica). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 pica = 2.10437708781e-05 fur
- 1 fur = 47520.0003742 pica
- 10 pica = 0.000210437708781 fur
- 100 pica = 0.00210437708781 fur
How to Convert Pica to Furlong
1 pica = 2.10437708780721e-05 fur
Example: convert 15 pica to fur:
15 pica = 15 × 2.10437708780721e-05 fur = 0.000315656563171081 fur
Pica to Furlong Conversion Table
| pica | furlong |
|---|---|
| 1 pica | 2.10437708781e-05 fur |
| 2 pica | 4.20875417561e-05 fur |
| 3 pica | 6.31313126342e-05 fur |
| 5 pica | 0.00010521885439 fur |
| 10 pica | 0.000210437708781 fur |
| 20 pica | 0.000420875417561 fur |
| 50 pica | 0.0010521885439 fur |
| 100 pica | 0.00210437708781 fur |
| 500 pica | 0.010521885439 fur |
| 1000 pica | 0.0210437708781 fur |
Pica
A pica is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/6 of an inch.
History/Origin
The pica originated around the mid-18th century. It is a fundamental unit in the point system of typography.
Current Use
The pica is still used in graphic design and printing to measure the width of lines of type and the dimensions of pages.
Furlong
A furlong is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to one-eighth of a mile, 220 yards, or 660 feet.
History/Origin
The name "furlong" derives from the Old English words "furh" (furrow) and "lang" (long), originally referring to the length of a furrow in one acre of a ploughed open field.
Current Use
Today, the furlong is primarily used in horse racing to state the length of races.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 pica in furlong?
1 pica (pica) = 2.10437708781e-05 furlong (fur).
How do you convert pica to furlong?
Multiply the pica value by 2.10437708781e-05. For example, 25 pica × 2.10437708781e-05 = 0.000526094271952 fur.
What is 10 pica in furlong?
10 pica = 0.000210437708781 fur.
Which unit is larger, the pica or the furlong?
The furlong is the larger unit: 1 pica equals only 2.10437708781e-05 fur.