What contexts use the US survey fathom?

The US survey fathom is used mainly in nautical and hydrographic settings for measuring water depths, anchor cables, and for historical survey data.

Is the conversion exact?

No, since fingerbreadth varies and the US survey fathom is a specialized unit, conversions provide approximate values useful for rough estimates.

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Q: What is a fingerbreadth?

A fingerbreadth is an informal unit of length approximately equal to the width of an adult human finger, commonly around 1.5 to 2 cm, used for rough measurements.

Quickly convert fingerbreadth to the US survey fathom (fath) using our simple online tool. Ideal for maritime, hydrographic, and informal measurement needs.

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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts length measurements from fingerbreadths, an informal unit based on the width of a human finger, to the US survey fathom, a nautical unit used for water depth and line length measurements in maritime contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value in fingerbreadths you wish to convert
Select fingerbreadth as the starting unit and US survey fathom [fath] as the target unit
Click the convert button to see the equivalent length in fathoms
Use the results for maritime, hydrographic, or general length conversion needs

Key Features

Converts between informal fingerbreadth units and precise US survey fathoms
Suitable for maritime, hydrographic, and historical survey applications
Browser-based and easy to use with quick results
Helps bridge everyday rough measurements with nautical surveying units

Examples

5 Fingerbreadths = 0.052083229 US survey fathoms
10 Fingerbreadths = 0.104166458 US survey fathoms

Common Use Cases

Converting rough fingerbreadth estimates to standardized fathoms for nautical charting
Translating clinical or woodworking measurements into maritime survey units
Reconciliating legacy hydrographic data using US survey fathoms with modern measurements

Tips & Best Practices

Remember fingerbreadth values vary between individuals and contexts, so use conversions as approximations
Use the US survey fathom primarily for maritime and hydrographic survey tasks
Verify unit context when working with fathoms, distinguishing US survey from international fathoms
Apply this tool mainly for rough conversions where high precision is not critical

Limitations

Fingerbreadth is an informal and variable measure, limiting precise conversions
The US survey fathom differs slightly from the international fathom which may cause confusion
Conversions are best used for approximate estimations rather than exact calculations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a fingerbreadth?: A fingerbreadth is an informal unit of length approximately equal to the width of an adult human finger, commonly around 1.5 to 2 cm, used for rough measurements.
What contexts use the US survey fathom?: The US survey fathom is used mainly in nautical and hydrographic settings for measuring water depths, anchor cables, and for historical survey data.
Is the conversion exact?: No, since fingerbreadth varies and the US survey fathom is a specialized unit, conversions provide approximate values useful for rough estimates.

Key Terminology

Fingerbreadth: An informal unit of length approximating the width of an adult finger, used for rough measurements.
US survey fathom [fath]: A non-SI nautical unit equal to 6 US survey feet, used chiefly in maritime depth measurement and historical hydrographic data.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is a fingerbreadth typically based on?

A fixed metric measurement

The width of an adult human finger

The length of a fathom

What is the US survey fathom mainly used for?

Measuring cooking ingredients

Mapping water depths in nautical surveys

Sizing clothing measurements

What should you consider when converting fingerbreadths?

Conversions are always precise and standardized

Fingerbreadths vary so results are approximate

Fingerbreadth equals exactly 2 cm

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