Nail (cloth) to Fathom Converter (nail to ftm)

How to convert nails (cloth) to fathoms

1 nail (cloth) is equal to 0.03125 fathoms, and 1 fathom is equal to 32 nails (cloth). To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

fathoms = nails (cloth) × 0.03125
fathoms = nails (cloth) ÷ 32

Example: convert 15 nail to ftm: 15 × 0.03125 = 0.46875 ftm.

The cloth nail is 2.25 inches (5.715 cm), one sixteenth of a yard, used historically in the cloth trade.

Symbol: nail · 1 nail = 0.05715 m · Category: Historical & cloth

The fathom is 6 feet (1.8288 m). It's used to measure the depth of water on nautical charts and fishing lines.

Symbol: ftm · 1 ftm = 1.8288 m · Category: Imperial & US customary

Frequently asked questions

How many fathoms are in a nail (cloth)?

There are 0.03125 fathoms in 1 nail (cloth) (nail).

How many nails (cloth) are in a fathom?

1 fathom (ftm) equals 32 nails (cloth).

How do I convert nails (cloth) to fathoms?

Multiply the length in nails (cloth) by 0.03125. For example, 15 nail × 0.03125 = 0.46875 ftm.

How do I convert fathoms to nails (cloth)?

Divide the length in fathoms by 0.03125, or multiply it by 32. You can also use the Fathom to Nail (cloth) converter.