A dekameter (dam) is an SI-derived unit of length equal to 10 meters, commonly used for distances on the scale of tens of meters.

What does one pole measure?

One pole, also known as a rod or perch, is a traditional English length unit equal to 16.5 feet or about 5.0292 meters.

Why convert dekameters to poles?

Converting from dekameters to poles helps interpret and update historical surveying records and bridges modern metric units with traditional English measurements.

How to Convert from Dekameter [dam] to Pole?

Easily convert length measurements from dekameters to poles using this online unit converter. Understand the relationship between modern metric units and traditional English surveying units.

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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts length values from dekameter (dam), an SI-derived unit equal to 10 meters, to pole, a traditional English unit used in surveying and land measurement equivalent to approximately 5.0292 meters.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in dekameters (dam) that you want to convert.
Select 'Dekameter [dam]' as the from unit and 'Pole' as the to unit.
Click the convert button to get the equivalent length in poles.
Review the converted value and use it for your surveying or measurement needs.

Key Features

Converts values between dekameter and pole units accurately.
Supports bridging modern metric and traditional English measurement systems.
Suitable for land surveying, cadastral records, and historical document analysis.
User-friendly interface designed for quick input and conversion.
Browser-based tool accessible without downloads or installations.

Examples

5 dam is converted to 9.941939076 poles using the formula: 5 × 1.9883878152.
0.5 dam equals approximately 0.9941939076 poles when multiplied by 1.9883878152.

Common Use Cases

Interpreting historical land deeds and property boundaries measured in poles.
Converting old survey data from rods/poles to modern metric units for record updating.
Understanding field sizes and fence lengths in agricultural or civil-engineering documents.
Topographic mapping and elevation analysis using metric to traditional units.
Maintaining cadastral records involving British colonial survey measurements.

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure unit selections are correct before converting to avoid errors.
Use this tool to assist in translating legacy survey measurements into modern units.
Verify converted values in critical projects where rounding might impact precision.
Understand the historical context when working with poles to interpret land records accurately.
Combine this conversion with other measurement tools for comprehensive surveying analysis.

Limitations

The pole is a historical, non-metric unit primarily relevant in British colonial regions.
Small rounding variations can arise due to the fractional conversion factor.
Pole units are less commonly used today, possibly impacting user familiarity and accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dekameter?: A dekameter (dam) is an SI-derived unit of length equal to 10 meters, commonly used for distances on the scale of tens of meters.
What does one pole measure?: One pole, also known as a rod or perch, is a traditional English length unit equal to 16.5 feet or about 5.0292 meters.
Why convert dekameters to poles?: Converting from dekameters to poles helps interpret and update historical surveying records and bridges modern metric units with traditional English measurements.

Key Terminology

Dekameter [dam]: An SI-derived length unit equal to 10 meters, used for expressing medium-scale distances.
Pole: A traditional English unit of length equal to 16.5 feet or 5.0292 meters, used mainly in surveying and land measurement.
Conversion Rate: The factor used to translate one unit into another, here 1 dekameter equals approximately 1.9883878152 poles.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the length of one dekameter in meters?

1 meter

10 meters

100 meters

Which unit is approximately equal to 5.0292 meters?

Dekameter

Pole

Meter

In which contexts is the pole commonly used?

Modern engineering projects

Historical surveying and land measurement

Everyday distance measurement

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