Convert Chain to Inch
Enter the number of chains that you want to convert to inches.
How to Convert Chains to Inches
The chain and inch are both units of length. 1 chain equals 792 inches. This means to convert chains to inches, you multiply by 792.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 ch to inches:
We need to convert chains to inches
Since 1 ch = 792 in, multiply by 792
5 × 792 = 3960
5 ch = 3960 in
Chain to Inch Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common chain to inch conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Chains (ch) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ch | 79.2 in |
| 0.5 ch | 396 in |
| 1 ch | 792 in |
| 2 ch | 1584 in |
| 5 ch | 3960 in |
| 10 ch | 7920 in |
| 25 ch | 19800 in |
| 50 ch | 39600 in |
| 100 ch | 79200 in |
About These Units
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.
Inch (in)
An inch (in or ") is an imperial unit equal to 1/12 foot or exactly 2.54 centimeters. Inches measure screen sizes (TVs, monitors, phones), paper dimensions, rainfall, and small objects in the US, UK, and Canada. There are 25.4 millimeters in one inch.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert chains to inches?
To convert chains to inches, multiply the value by 792. For example, 10 ch = 7920 in.
How many inches are in 1 chain?
1 chain equals 792 inches.
What is the formula for chains to inches?
The formula is: in = ch × 792.