Convert reed to chain
Please provide values below to convert reed [reed] to chain [ch], or Convert chain to reed.
1 reed = 0.136363636364 ch. To convert reed to chain, multiply the value by 0.136363636364; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ch = 7.33333333333 reed). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 reed = 0.136363636364 ch
- 1 ch = 7.33333333333 reed
- 10 reed = 1.36363636364 ch
- 100 reed = 13.6363636364 ch
How to Convert Reed to Chain
1 reed = 0.136363636363636 ch
Example: convert 15 reed to ch:
15 reed = 15 × 0.136363636363636 ch = 2.04545454545455 ch
Reed to Chain Conversion Table
| reed | chain |
|---|---|
| 1 reed | 0.136363636364 ch |
| 2 reed | 0.272727272727 ch |
| 3 reed | 0.409090909091 ch |
| 5 reed | 0.681818181818 ch |
| 10 reed | 1.36363636364 ch |
| 20 reed | 2.72727272727 ch |
| 50 reed | 6.81818181818 ch |
| 100 reed | 13.6363636364 ch |
| 500 reed | 68.1818181818 ch |
| 1000 reed | 136.363636364 ch |
Reed
A reed is an ancient unit of length, typically about 6 cubits or around 9 feet.
History/Origin
The reed was a common unit of measurement in ancient Mesopotamia and the surrounding regions.
Current Use
The reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 reed in chain?
1 reed (reed) = 0.136363636364 chain (ch).
How do you convert reed to chain?
Multiply the reed value by 0.136363636364. For example, 25 reed × 0.136363636364 = 3.40909090909 ch.
What is 10 reed in chain?
10 reed = 1.36363636364 ch.
Which unit is larger, the reed or the chain?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 reed equals only 0.136363636364 ch.