What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms length values from the historic US survey link, a subdivision of Gunter's chain used mainly in US land surveying, into centimeters, the metric unit commonly used for small distances.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the length value in link (US survey) units into the input field
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Choose link (US survey) as the input unit and centimeter as the output unit
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent length in centimeters
Key Features
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Converts link (US survey) units to centimeters accurately based on established definitions
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Supports interpretation of old land survey plats and cadastral records
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Browser-based and user-friendly without the need for additional software
Examples
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5 Links (US survey) equals approximately 100.584 centimeters
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10 Links (US survey) equals approximately 201.168 centimeters
Common Use Cases
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Translating distances from historic US land survey plats into metric units
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Cadastral mapping and boundary descriptions involving legacy survey data
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Reconciling older survey records with modern land-transfer or civil engineering projects
Tips & Best Practices
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Double-check measurements when converting from legacy sources to ensure accuracy
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Use this tool primarily for interpreting historic records rather than modern surveying
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Be aware of unit differences when working with survey feet and international feet
Limitations
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The link (US survey) is a region-specific, historical unit mostly relevant to US legacy data
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Conversion precision can be affected by rounding and foot definition variations
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Modern measurements typically use metric or standardized units, limiting widespread use
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a link (US survey) unit?
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It is a historic length measurement equal to 1/100 of a Gunter's chain or approximately 0.201168 meters, used mainly in US land surveying.
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Why convert from link (US survey) to centimeters?
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Converting helps interpret historic US land survey data in modern metric units for accurate mapping and legal land descriptions.
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Can I use this converter for modern measurements?
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The converter is intended for legacy data, as modern surveying usually employs metric or standardized units.
Key Terminology
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Link (US survey)
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A historical unit equal to 1/100 of a Gunter's chain or about 0.201168 meters, used in US land surveying.
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Centimeter (cm)
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A metric unit equal to 1/100 of a meter, commonly used to measure small to moderate lengths.
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Gunter's chain
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A measuring tool equal to 66 US survey feet, historically used for land measurement.