What is a fathom (US survey)?

The fathom (US survey) is a unit of length equal to 6 US survey feet, used primarily for measuring water depths and nautical line lengths.

How does the UK cubit compare to modern units?

The UK cubit is a historical measure approximately 18 inches or 45.72 centimeters, used mainly in archaeological and historical contexts.

Why convert from fathom (US survey) to cubit (UK)?

Conversion helps interpret and translate nautical and historical length data into units used in historical records, archaeological studies, and biblical texts.

How to Convert from Fathom (US survey) [fath] to Cubit (UK)?

Convert measurements from the US survey fathom to the UK cubit, useful for maritime, historical, and archaeological contexts. Learn the conversion rate, examples, and applications.

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Fathom (US survey) [fath]	Cubit (UK)

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What Is This Tool?

This converter helps translate length values from the US survey fathom, a nautical unit, into the UK cubit, a historical measurement. It's designed to assist in interpreting legacy nautical charts, archaeological reports, and historical texts by converting between these two non-SI units.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in fathoms (US survey)
Select the desired output unit as cubits (UK)
Click convert to view the equivalent length in cubits
Use results for maritime, historical, or archaeological purposes

Key Features

Converts length values from fathom (US survey) to cubit (UK)
Supports maritime and historical measurement interpretations
Includes accurate conversion rate for legacy data translation
Browser-based and simple to use without installation

Examples

2 fathoms (US survey) converts to 8.000016 cubits (UK)
0.5 fathom (US survey) converts to 2.000004 cubits (UK)

Common Use Cases

Recording water depths and line lengths in historical nautical surveys
Interpreting archaeological measurement descriptions of ancient artifacts
Translating biblical or historical texts referencing cubits
Museum labeling requiring period-accurate length units
Reconciling legacy US survey data with historical British units

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the context to ensure use of US survey fathom rather than the international fathom
Use conversions primarily for interpretation rather than precise modern engineering
Consider historical variability in cubit lengths when analyzing older documents
Cross-check converted values with original source measurements for accuracy

Limitations

Small differences exist between US survey fathom and the international fathom
Cubit (UK) lengths vary by historical period and location, limiting exact conversion
Not intended for precise or contemporary engineering measurements
Best suited for historical, nautical, and archaeological interpretive use

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a fathom (US survey)?: The fathom (US survey) is a unit of length equal to 6 US survey feet, used primarily for measuring water depths and nautical line lengths.
How does the UK cubit compare to modern units?: The UK cubit is a historical measure approximately 18 inches or 45.72 centimeters, used mainly in archaeological and historical contexts.
Why convert from fathom (US survey) to cubit (UK)?: Conversion helps interpret and translate nautical and historical length data into units used in historical records, archaeological studies, and biblical texts.

Key Terminology

Fathom (US survey): A nautical length unit equal to 6 US survey feet, used for measuring water depths and line lengths.
Cubit (UK): A historical unit of length approximately 18 inches, based on the distance from elbow to fingertip, used mainly in historical and archaeological contexts.
Non-SI unit: A unit of measurement not part of the International System of Units, often used in specific historical or regional contexts.

Quick Knowledge Check

What measurement category does this converter handle?

Weight

Length

Volume

Which unit is slightly different from the US survey fathom?

International fathom

UK cubit

Nautical mile

For what purpose is the cubit (UK) mainly used?

Modern engineering

Historical and archaeological descriptions

Hydrographic surveys

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