Convert point to furlong (US survey)
Please provide values below to convert point [point] to furlong (US survey) [fur (US)], or Convert furlong (US survey) to point.
How to Convert Point to Furlong (Us Survey)
1 point = 1.75364419015156e-06 fur (US)
Example: convert 15 point to fur (US):
15 point = 15 × 1.75364419015156e-06 fur (US) = 2.63046628522733e-05 fur (US)
Point to Furlong (Us Survey) Conversion Table
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Point
A point is a unit of typographical measurement. In the context of printing, it is approximately 1/72 of an inch.
History/Origin
The point system of typography was developed in the 18th century. It provides a standardized way to measure font sizes and leading.
Current Use
The point is the standard unit for measuring font sizes in both print and digital media.
Furlong (Us Survey)
A U.S. survey furlong is a unit of length equal to one-eighth of a U.S. survey mile.
History/Origin
The U.S. survey furlong is based on the U.S. survey foot, which was slightly different from the international foot. The use of survey units was officially phased out in 2022.
Current Use
The U.S. survey furlong was used in land surveying in the United States.