Convert caliber to chain
Please provide values below to convert caliber [cl] to chain [ch], or Convert chain to caliber.
How to Convert Caliber to Chain
1 cl = 1.26262626262626e-05 ch
Example: convert 15 cl to ch:
15 cl = 15 × 1.26262626262626e-05 ch = 0.000189393939393939 ch
Caliber to Chain Conversion Table
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Caliber
Caliber is a unit of length used to describe the internal diameter of a firearm barrel, typically expressed in hundredths or thousandths of an inch.
History/Origin
The term "caliber" has been used for centuries to describe the size of cannons and firearms.
Current Use
Caliber is the standard unit for designating the bore of firearms in many countries, including the United States.
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.