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Chain to Cable

Convert measurements between Chain and Cable.

Common conversions

1ch = 1.0862 cable
5ch = 5.4311 cable
10ch = 10.8622 cable
24ch = 26.0693 cable
32ch = 34.759 cable
55ch = 59.7421 cable

Conversion formula from Chain to Cable

1 Chain = 1.08622 Cable

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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.
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.