What is a length converter?

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

How do I convert rod to span (cloth)?

Simply enter the value in the rod input field, and the converter will show you the equivalent value in span (cloth) 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 rod and span (cloth) easily?

Yes, there is a switch button provided to quickly swap the conversion direction between rod and span (cloth).

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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Rod

A rod is a traditional unit of length used in land measurement and surveying. It is equal to 16.5 feet, 5.5 yards, or exactly 5.0292 meters.

Also known as a pole or perch, the rod dates back to medieval England and was commonly used for measuring land and agricultural plots. It is closely related to other units such as the chain (which is 4 rods) and the furlong (which is 40 rods).

Key conversions:

1 rod = 16.5 feet
1 rod = 5.5 yards
1 rod = 5.0292 meters
4 rods = 1 chain
40 rods = 1 furlong

Though largely replaced by metric units today, the rod is still occasionally used in surveying and legal descriptions of land, especially in the United States and the UK.

Span (Cloth)

A span is an old unit of length based on the distance between the tip of the thumb and the tip of the little finger of a fully extended hand. Traditionally, it measures about 9 inches or 22.86 centimeters.

In the context of cloth and textiles, the span was used as a convenient, informal measure to estimate small lengths of fabric before standardized rulers became widespread. It was helpful for tailors and traders to quickly gauge lengths during measuring and cutting.

While the span is largely obsolete as a formal unit today, it reflects historical measurement practices tied closely to the human body, similar to the cubit or hand.

Summary:

1 span ≈ 9 inches (22.86 cm)
Based on the hand’s spread
Used historically in cloth measurement and tailoring
Now mostly of historical and cultural interest

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From:		rod
To:		span (cloth)

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