Convert cubit (UK) to link
Please provide values below to convert cubit (UK) [cubit (UK)] to link [li], or Convert link to cubit (UK).
How to Convert Cubit (Uk) to Link
1 cubit (UK) = 2.27272727272727 li
Example: convert 15 cubit (UK) to li:
15 cubit (UK) = 15 × 2.27272727272727 li = 34.0909090909091 li
Cubit (Uk) to Link Conversion Table
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Cubit (Uk)
A cubit is an ancient unit of length based on the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger. The English cubit was about 18 inches.
History/Origin
The cubit was used by many ancient cultures, including the Egyptians, Babylonians, and Romans. Its length varied from place to place.
Current Use
The cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Link
A link, specifically Gunter's link, is a unit of length equal to 7.92 inches, or 1/100 of a chain.
History/Origin
The link is part of Gunter's chain, a surveying tool invented by Edmund Gunter in the 17th century.
Current Use
The link is an obsolete unit of measurement, but may be found in old land surveys.