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A length converter helps you convert between different units of length quickly and accurately.

How do I convert pica to chain (US survey)?

Simply enter the value in the pica input field, and the converter will show you the equivalent value in chain (US survey) instantly.

Is this length converter free to use?

Yes, this length converter is completely free and easy to use for all your conversion needs.

Can I switch between pica and chain (US survey) easily?

Yes, there is a switch button provided to quickly swap the conversion direction between pica and chain (US survey).

How accurate are the conversion results?

The conversion results are calculated using precise formulas to ensure accuracy for most practical purposes.

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Pica

A pica is a unit of length commonly used in typography and printing to measure font sizes, line lengths, and spacing. It is equal to 1/6 of an inch, or exactly 12 points in the point system.

Key facts:

1 pica = 1/6 inch ≈ 4.233 millimeters
1 pica = 12 points
Used primarily in graphic design, printing, and typesetting
Helps standardize the measurement of fonts, columns, and layouts

The pica remains a fundamental unit in desktop publishing and print design, helping maintain consistency in text and page formatting.

Chain (US Survey)

The US survey chain is a unit of length used historically in land surveying in the United States. It is defined as exactly 66 US survey feet, which is slightly longer than the international foot. Since one US survey foot equals about 0.3048006096 meters, the US survey chain is approximately 20.11684 meters long.

Like the standard chain, it is divided into 100 links, each measuring 0.66 US survey feet. The US survey chain was widely used in the Public Land Survey System to measure land parcels and boundaries.

Key facts:

1 US survey chain = 66 US survey feet
1 US survey chain ≈ 20.11684 meters
10 US survey chains = 1 furlong
80 US survey chains = 1 US survey mile

Though the US survey foot and chain are being phased out in favor of international units, the US survey chain still appears in historical land records and some legal contexts.

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