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Cable to Chain

Convert measurements between Cable and Chain.

Common conversions

1cable = 0.9206 ch
5cable = 4.6031 ch
10cable = 9.2062 ch
24cable = 22.095 ch
32cable = 29.46 ch
55cable = 50.6343 ch

Conversion formula from Cable to Chain

1 Cable = 0.920624 Chain

The cable is a unit of length used in navigation, equal to one tenth of a nautical mile (185.2 meters).
The chain is a traditional British unit of length, equal to 22 yards or 20.1168 meters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a cable?
It is a unit of length used in navigation, equal to one tenth of a nautical mile.
Where is the cable used?
It is used in maritime navigation to measure short distances at sea.
What is a chain?
It is a traditional British unit of length, equal to 22 yards.
Where is the chain used?
It is used in surveying and land measurement in English-speaking countries.