Convert Square Yards to Square Chains
Convert Square Yards (yd²) to Square Chains (ch²) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
ch² = yd² × 0.002066115702
About Square Yards
A square yard (yd²) is an imperial unit of area equal to a square with sides of one yard (3 ft × 3 ft or 9 ft²). It is commonly used for measuring carpet, fabric, and concrete in construction projects. A queen-size mattress covers about 5 yd², and a typical driveway might require 30-50 yd² of concrete. This unit is particularly common in the textile, carpeting, and landscaping industries in imperial-system countries.
About Square Chains
A square chain (ch²) is a surveying unit equal to the area of a square with sides of one Gunter's chain (66 feet or ~20.12 m), approximately 404.69 m². Ten square chains equal exactly one acre, making it the natural subdivision unit in traditional land surveying. The US Public Land Survey System used chains to lay out townships and sections, and square chains appear throughout old legal property descriptions and government land grants across North America. One square chain equals exactly 16 square rods.
Quick Reference Table
| Square Yards (yd²) | Square Chains (ch²) |
|---|---|
| 1 yd² | 0.00206612 ch² |
| 2 yd² | 0.00413223 ch² |
| 5 yd² | 0.0103306 ch² |
| 10 yd² | 0.0206612 ch² |
| 25 yd² | 0.0516529 ch² |
| 50 yd² | 0.103306 ch² |
| 100 yd² | 0.206612 ch² |