What is a Link [li] unit?

A Link [li] is a historic English unit of length used in surveying, equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain and approximately 0.201168 metres.

What does Span (cloth) measure?

Span (cloth) is a traditional length based on the outstretched hand's thumb to little finger distance, roughly 9 inches, commonly used in textile contexts.

How accurate is the conversion between Link and Span (cloth)?

Since Span (cloth) varies by hand size and is non-standard, the conversion from the precise Link unit is approximate and best for general reference.

Convert Link [li] to Span (cloth) - Online Unit Converter

Easily convert historic length measurements from Link [li], a traditional surveying unit, to Span (cloth), a non-SI textile length unit, with this simple online tool.

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Link [li] to Span (cloth) Conversion Table

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Link [li] to Span (cloth) Conversion Table
Link [li]	Span (cloth)

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What Is This Tool?

This converter facilitates the transformation of lengths measured in Link [li], an old English surveying unit, into Span (cloth), a traditional measurement used in textile contexts. It supports users working with historical land records, tailoring, and fabric measurements.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in Link [li].
Select Link [li] as the input unit and Span (cloth) as the output unit.
Click convert to get the equivalent measurement in Span (cloth).

Key Features

Converts Link [li] units to Span (cloth) based on established historic rates.
Browser-based and easy to use for quick conversions.
Supports interpretation of old surveying and textile measurement data.

Examples

5 Link [li] equals 4.4 Span (cloth).
10 Link [li] equals 8.8 Span (cloth).

Common Use Cases

Historical surveying and land boundary reconstruction involving Gunter's chain measurements.
Interpreting distances from old cadastral records and land deeds.
Estimating fabric widths and trims in traditional textile trade documentation.
Informal tailoring measurements for small pieces like straps and bands.

Tips & Best Practices

Consider the approximate nature of the span (cloth) since it varies by hand size.
Use the tool to support archival research where precise metric conversions are not mandatory.
Verify measurements when precision is critical, due to the variability of traditional units.

Limitations

Link is a precise historical surveying unit; Span (cloth) is less exact due to hand size variation.
The span (cloth) unit is non-standardized, so conversions should be treated as approximate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Link [li] unit?: A Link [li] is a historic English unit of length used in surveying, equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain and approximately 0.201168 metres.
What does Span (cloth) measure?: Span (cloth) is a traditional length based on the outstretched hand's thumb to little finger distance, roughly 9 inches, commonly used in textile contexts.
How accurate is the conversion between Link and Span (cloth)?: Since Span (cloth) varies by hand size and is non-standard, the conversion from the precise Link unit is approximate and best for general reference.

Key Terminology

Link [li]: A historic English unit of length equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain, about 0.201168 metres, used in surveying.
Span (cloth): A traditional non-SI unit representing the distance between the thumb and little finger of an outstretched hand, used in textiles.
Gunter's chain: A measuring chain used historically in surveying, with the Link as one hundredth of its length.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the Link [li] primarily used for?

Tailoring narrow fabric pieces

Historic land surveying and cadastral records

Measuring modern textile widths

What does Span (cloth) traditionally represent?

Distance between thumb and little finger of an outstretched hand

One hundredth of Gunter's chain

A precise metric unit for textile widths

Why is conversion between Link and Span (cloth) approximate?

Both are exact metric units

Span (cloth) varies with individual hand size and is non-standardized

Link changes length depending on location

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