What is a length converter?

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

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

Simply enter the value in the point 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 point and chain (US survey) easily?

Yes, there is a switch button provided to quickly swap the conversion direction between point 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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Point

A point is a unit of length used mainly in typography to measure font size, line spacing, and other elements of printed text. It is defined as 1/72 of an inch, which is approximately 0.3528 millimeters.

Key facts:

1 point = 1/72 inch ≈ 0.3528 mm
12 points = 1 pica
Used universally in typesetting, desktop publishing, and graphic design
Measures font sizes, leading (line spacing), and other typographic details

The point system helps designers and printers maintain precise and consistent text layouts across various media.

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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