Kens to Chains (US survey) Converter

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Calculation: Kens ➜ Chains (US survey)

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What is the formula to convert from Kens to Chains (US survey)?

The formula to convert length value from the unit of Kens to the unit of Chains (US survey) is:

Length(Chains (US survey)) = Length(Kens) / 9.496421861887592

Kens unit in Length

A ken is a traditional Japanese unit of length, equal to 1.818 meters or approximately 5.97 feet. Kens were used in the construction of traditional Japanese buildings, with one ken representing the standard spacing between pillars. This unit is still referenced in the context of historical architecture and cultural studies.

Chains (US survey) unit in Length

A U.S. survey chain is a unit of length used in American land surveying, equal to 66 U.S. survey feet or approximately 20.12 meters. This unit is nearly identical to the standard chain but is used in more precise land measurements for legal purposes. The U.S. survey chain is an essential unit in the field of land surveying, helping to accurately define property boundaries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about "Kens ➜ Chains (US survey)" Conversion

1. What is the conversion formula from Kens to Chains (US survey)?

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