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 Length/Distance  | Convert from pica to chain [Ramsden, engineer] |
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Unit of measure, approximately 1/6 of an inch, used in graphic arts. Twelve points make one pica. Unit Definition (chain [Ramsden, engineer])
The Ramsden chain is quite different to the Gunter chain. The Ramsden chain was commonly used by American surveyors. It equals approximately 100 feet and is also known as the engineer's chain.
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