Convert chain to microinch
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to microinch [µin], or Convert microinch to chain.
How to Convert Chain to Microinch
1 ch = 792000000 µin
Example: convert 15 ch to µin:
15 ch = 15 × 792000000 µin = 11880000000 µin
Chain to Microinch Conversion Table
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Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.
Microinch
A microinch is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of an inch.
History/Origin
The microinch is a unit used for extremely small measurements in precision engineering and manufacturing.
Current Use
The microinch is used in fields like mechanical engineering and electronics to measure surface roughness and tolerances.