Convert ken to chain
Enter a value below to convert ken [ken] to chain [ch]. Reverse conversion: Convert chain to ken.
1 ken = 0.105303030303 ch. To convert ken to chain, multiply the value by 0.105303030303; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ch = 9.4964028777 ken). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Ken to Chain: Quick Reference
- 1 ken = 0.105303030303 ch
- 1 ch = 9.4964028777 ken
- 10 ken = 1.05303030303 ch
- 100 ken = 10.5303030303 ch
How to Convert Ken to Chain
1 ken = 0.10530303030303 ch
Example: convert 15 ken to ch:
15 ken = 15 × 0.10530303030303 ch = 1.57954545454545 ch
Ken to Chain Conversion Table
| ken | chain |
|---|---|
| 1 ken | 0.105303030303 ch |
| 2 ken | 0.210606060606 ch |
| 3 ken | 0.315909090909 ch |
| 5 ken | 0.526515151515 ch |
| 10 ken | 1.05303030303 ch |
| 20 ken | 2.10606060606 ch |
| 50 ken | 5.26515151515 ch |
| 100 ken | 10.5303030303 ch |
| 500 ken | 52.6515151515 ch |
| 1000 ken | 105.303030303 ch |
Ken: Definition and Use
The ken is a traditional Japanese unit of length, equal to six Japanese feet (shaku). Its length has varied over time, but it is now standardized at 1.818 meters.
History/Origin
The ken was traditionally used in Japanese architecture and land measurement.
Current Use
The ken is still used in traditional Japanese carpentry and architecture.
Chain: Definition and Use
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.
Ken to Chain: Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ken in chain?
1 ken (ken) = 0.105303030303 chain (ch).
How do you convert ken to chain?
Multiply the ken value by 0.105303030303. For example, 25 ken × 0.105303030303 = 2.63257575758 ch.
What is 10 ken in chain?
10 ken = 1.05303030303 ch.
Which unit is larger, the ken or the chain?
The chain is the larger unit: 1 ken equals only 0.105303030303 ch.