Convert sabin to square perch
Please provide values below to convert sabin [sabin] to square perch [sq pch], or Convert square perch to sabin.
How to Convert Sabin to Square Perch
1 sabin = 0.00367309453716648 sq pch
Example: convert 15 sabin to sq pch:
15 sabin = 15 × 0.00367309453716648 sq pch = 0.0550964180574971 sq pch
Sabin to Square Perch Conversion Table
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Sabin
The sabin is a unit of luminous intensity used to measure the brightness of light sources, specifically in photometry.
History/Origin
Named after the French physiologist Charles-Édouard Guillaume, the sabin was introduced in the early 20th century as a unit to quantify luminous intensity, primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts related to light measurement.
Current Use
The sabin is rarely used today; it has been largely replaced by the candela in the International System of Units (SI). However, it may still appear in historical data or specialized fields related to light measurement.
Square Perch
A square perch is a unit of area measurement equal to the area of a square with one perch (16.5 feet) on each side.
History/Origin
The square perch, also known as a square rod or perche, originated in the British Imperial system and was traditionally used in land measurement, especially in the UK and former British colonies.
Current Use
Today, the square perch is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by metric units such as square meters. It may still be encountered in historical land records or in regions where traditional units persist.