Link to Dekameter Converter (li to dam)

How to convert links to dekameters

1 link is equal to 0.0201168 dekameters, and 1 dekameter is equal to 49.70969538 links. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

dekameters = links × 0.0201168
dekameters = links ÷ 49.70969538

Example: convert 15 li to dam: 15 × 0.0201168 = 0.301752 dam.

Gunter's link is 7.92 inches (0.201168 m), one hundredth of a chain. It was used in land surveying.

Symbol: li · 1 li = 0.201168 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 link?

There are 0.0201168 dekameters in 1 link (li).

How many links are in a dekameter?

1 dekameter (dam) equals 49.70969538 links.

How do I convert links to dekameters?

Multiply the length in links by 0.0201168. For example, 15 li × 0.0201168 = 0.301752 dam.

How do I convert dekameters to links?

Divide the length in dekameters by 0.0201168, or multiply it by 49.70969538. You can also use the Dekameter to Link converter.