What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms length measurements from perch to link [li], two historic units used primarily in land surveying and property boundary descriptions.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the length value measured in perch.
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Choose perch as the original unit and link [li] as the target unit.
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Click convert to get equivalent length in link [li].
Key Features
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Converts perch to link [li] based on the exact historical ratio.
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Provides quick and clear results for interpreting old land records.
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Supports use cases in historical surveying and cadastral analysis.
Examples
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2 Perch equals 50 Link [li]
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0.5 Perch equals 12.5 Link [li]
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting property dimensions in historical deeds and land descriptions.
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Translating old surveying or cadastral maps into modern understanding.
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Reconstructing estate plans or agricultural land boundaries from historic records.
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify conversion results when used for legal or official purposes.
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Cross-check measurements due to historic variability in unit standards.
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Use this tool primarily for historical and research contexts, as units are largely obsolete.
Limitations
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Perch and link are outdated units rarely applied in modern measurements.
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Measurement precision can differ due to evolving measurement standards.
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Conversions should be confirmed with other sources for important land decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a perch unit?
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A perch is a historical length unit equal to 16.5 feet, mainly used in surveying and land measurement, now mostly obsolete.
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How many links are in one perch?
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One perch is equal to 25 link [li], as per historical surveying conventions.
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Why convert perch to link [li]?
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Converting perch to link [li] helps interpret older surveying records and cadastral maps that use these traditional units.
Key Terminology
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Perch
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A historic length measurement equal to 16.5 feet, used mainly in surveying and land measurement.
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Link [li]
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A historic English length unit used in surveying, equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain or 0.66 feet.