Chain to Mil Converter (ch to mil)

How to convert chains to mils

1 chain is equal to 792,000 mils, and 1 mil is equal to 0.000001262626263 chains. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

mils = chains × 792,000
mils = chains ÷ 0.000001262626263

Example: convert 15 ch to mil: 15 × 792,000 = 11,880,000 mil.

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

The mil (or thou) is one thousandth of an inch (25.4 µm). It's used for wire diameters, plastic sheet thickness and circuit board tracks.

Symbol: mil · 1 mil = 0.0000254 m · Category: Imperial & US customary

Frequently asked questions

How many mils are in a chain?

There are 792,000 mils in 1 chain (ch).

How many chains are in a mil?

1 mil (mil) equals 0.000001262626263 chains.

How do I convert chains to mils?

Multiply the length in chains by 792,000. For example, 15 ch × 792,000 = 11,880,000 mil.

How do I convert mils to chains?

Divide the length in mils by 792,000, or multiply it by 0.000001262626263. You can also use the Mil to Chain converter.