Convert Cable to Chain
Input the number of cables you want to convert to chains.
How to Convert Cables to Chains
The cable and chain are both units of length. 1 cable equals 9.2062355842 chains. This means to convert cables to chains, you multiply by 9.2062355842.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 cable to chains:
We need to convert cables to chains
Since 1 cable = 9.2062355842 ch, multiply by 9.2062355842
5 × 9.2062355842 = 46.031177921
5 cable = 46.031177921 ch
Cable to Chain Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common cable to chain conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Cables (cable) | Chains (ch) |
|---|---|
| 1 cable | 9.2062355842 ch |
| 2 cable | 18.412471168 ch |
| 5 cable | 46.031177921 ch |
| 10 cable | 92.062355842 ch |
| 15 cable | 138.09353376 ch |
| 20 cable | 184.12471168 ch |
| 25 cable | 230.1558896 ch |
| 50 cable | 460.31177921 ch |
| 100 cable | 920.62355842 ch |
About These Units
Cable (cable)
A cable is a nautical unit equal to 1/10 nautical mile, 185.2 meters, or approximately 608 feet. Cables are used in maritime navigation for measuring short distances at sea. Ten cables equal one nautical mile.
Chain (ch)
A chain (ch) is a surveying unit equal to 66 feet, 22 yards, or 20.1168 meters. Invented by Edmund Gunter in 1620, chains are still used in land surveying and property descriptions. Ten chains equal one furlong, 80 chains equal one mile.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert cables to chains?
To convert cables to chains, multiply the value by 9.2062355842. For example, 10 cable = 92.062355842 ch.
How many chains are in 1 cable?
1 cable equals 9.2062355842 chains.
What is the formula for cables to chains?
The formula is: ch = cable × 9.2062355842.