Convert microinch to chain
Please provide values below to convert microinch [µin] to chain [ch], or Convert chain to microinch.
How to Convert Microinch to Chain
1 µin = 1.26262626262626e-09 ch
Example: convert 15 µin to ch:
15 µin = 15 × 1.26262626262626e-09 ch = 1.89393939393939e-08 ch
Microinch to Chain Conversion Table
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Microinch
A microinch is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of an inch.
History/Origin
The microinch is a unit used for extremely small measurements in precision engineering and manufacturing.
Current Use
The microinch is used in fields like mechanical engineering and electronics to measure surface roughness and tolerances.
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.