What is a link (US survey)?

A link (US survey) is a historical unit of length equal to one hundredth of a Gunter's chain, used mainly in old US land surveying records.

Why convert link (US survey) to cubit (UK)?

This conversion helps interpret legacy land measurements in contexts that use anthropic units such as the cubit, especially useful in historical or archaeological documentation.

Is the cubit an exact measurement?

No, the cubit varies historically and regionally, commonly approximated as 18 inches in British contexts, but its exact length differs depending on period and place.

How to Convert from Link (US survey) [li] to Cubit (UK)?

Easily convert length measurements from link (US survey) to cubit (UK) with this practical unit converter. Perfect for historical land surveying, archaeological work, and more.

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Link (US survey) [li] to Cubit (UK) Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts length values from the US survey link, a historical measurement used in American land surveys, to the UK cubit, an ancient anthropic unit commonly used in British and archaeological contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value in link (US survey) [li] you wish to convert
Select 'link (US survey) [li]' as the original unit and 'cubit (UK)' as the target unit
Click the convert button to see the equivalent length in cubits
Use the conversion result to interpret historical measurements accurately

Key Features

Converts length units between link (US survey) and cubit (UK)
Provides historical context for both units
Supports applications in land surveying, archaeology, and historical research
Includes example conversions for clarity
Browser-based and easy to use without installation

Examples

5 Links (US survey) [li] equals approximately 2.2000044 Cubits (UK)
10 Links (US survey) [li] converts to about 4.4000088 Cubits (UK)

Common Use Cases

Interpreting historic US land survey distances and plats
Cadastral mapping and boundary descriptions using legacy data
Reconciling old measurements in civil engineering and land transfer projects
Describing dimensions in archaeological and historical reports
Translating biblical or ancient lengths for modern understanding
Museum labeling and period-accurate reconstruction work

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the source and context of legacy measurement data before conversion
Understand that cubit values can vary historically and may affect interpretation
Use the tool as a guide for converting units rather than absolute precision
Cross-check conversions in technical or legal settings due to unit approximations

Limitations

Cubit measurements may differ based on historical and regional variations
Link (US survey) is an outdated unit not commonly supported in modern systems
Conversions are approximate and may not suit high-precision requirements
Historical complexities in unit definitions can affect exact accuracy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a link (US survey)?: A link (US survey) is a historical unit of length equal to one hundredth of a Gunter's chain, used mainly in old US land surveying records.
Why convert link (US survey) to cubit (UK)?: This conversion helps interpret legacy land measurements in contexts that use anthropic units such as the cubit, especially useful in historical or archaeological documentation.
Is the cubit an exact measurement?: No, the cubit varies historically and regionally, commonly approximated as 18 inches in British contexts, but its exact length differs depending on period and place.

Key Terminology

Link (US survey): A historical length unit equal to 1/100 of a Gunter's chain, primarily used in American land surveys.
Cubit (UK): An ancient, anthropic unit of length based on the arm's length from elbow to fingertip, roughly estimated at 18 inches in British contexts.
Gunter's chain: A measuring chain of 66 US survey feet used in traditional land surveying, divided into 100 links.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does one link (US survey) represent in length?

One meter exactly

1/100 of a Gunter's chain

18 inches approximately

Why is the cubit (UK) considered a non-standard unit?

Because it is a metric unit

Due to its historical variations and anthropic basis

Because it is used only in the US

Which field commonly uses link to cubit conversions?

Modern construction engineering

Historical and archaeological research

Digital electronics

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