Chain to Dekameter Converter (ch to dam)

How to convert chains to dekameters

1 chain is equal to 2.01168 dekameters, and 1 dekameter is equal to 0.4970969538 chains. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

dekameters = chains × 2.01168
dekameters = chains ÷ 0.4970969538

Example: convert 15 ch to dam: 15 × 2.01168 = 30.1752 dam.

Gunter's chain is 66 feet (20.1168 m), equal to 100 links or 4 rods. A cricket pitch is one chain long, and an acre is 10 square chains.

Symbol: ch · 1 ch = 20.1168 m · Category: Imperial & US customary

A dekameter (also spelled decameter) is 10 meters. It's an SI unit that is seldom used in practice, apart from some sports and forestry measurements.

Symbol: dam · 1 dam = 10 m · Category: Metric (SI)

Frequently asked questions

How many dekameters are in a chain?

There are 2.01168 dekameters in 1 chain (ch).

How many chains are in a dekameter?

1 dekameter (dam) equals 0.4970969538 chains.

How do I convert chains to dekameters?

Multiply the length in chains by 2.01168. For example, 15 ch × 2.01168 = 30.1752 dam.

How do I convert dekameters to chains?

Divide the length in dekameters by 2.01168, or multiply it by 0.4970969538. You can also use the Dekameter to Chain converter.