Convert Twip to Rod
Enter the number of twips that you want to convert to rods.
How to Convert Twips to Rods
The twip and rod are both units of length. 1 rod equals 285119.8204 twips. This means to convert twips to rods, you divide by 285119.8204.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 twip to rods:
We need to convert twips to rods
Since 1 rd = 285119.8204 twip, divide by 285119.8204
5 ÷ 285119.8204 = 1.7536486916e-5
5 twip = 1.7536486916e-5 rd
Twip to Rod Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common twip to rod conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Twips (twip) | Rods (rd) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 twip | 3.5072973833e-7 rd |
| 0.5 twip | 1.7536486916e-6 rd |
| 1 twip | 3.5072973833e-6 rd |
| 2 twip | 7.0145947666e-6 rd |
| 5 twip | 1.7536486916e-5 rd |
| 10 twip | 3.5072973833e-5 rd |
| 25 twip | 8.7682434582e-5 rd |
| 50 twip | 0.0001753649 rd |
| 100 twip | 0.0003507297 rd |
About These Units
Twip (twip)
A twip is a typographical unit equal to 1/20 of a point, 1/1440 of an inch, or approximately 17.64 micrometers. Twips are used in desktop publishing software and Microsoft applications for precise text positioning and layout.
Rod (rd)
A rod (rd), also called perch or pole, is an imperial unit equal to 16.5 feet, 5.5 yards, or 5.0292 meters. Rods were historically used in land surveying and agriculture. Four rods equal one chain, 40 rods equal one furlong.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert twips to rods?
To convert twips to rods, divide the value by 285119.8204. For example, 10 twip = 3.5072973833e-5 rd.
How many rods are in 1 twip?
1 twip equals 3.5072973833e-6 rods.
What is the formula for twips to rods?
The formula is: rd = twip ÷ 285119.8204.