Convert point to rod (US survey)
Please provide values below to convert point [point] to rod (US survey) [rd (US)], or Convert rod (US survey) to point.
How to Convert Point to Rod (Us Survey)
1 point = 7.01457676063412e-05 rd (US)
Example: convert 15 point to rd (US):
15 point = 15 × 7.01457676063412e-05 rd (US) = 0.00105218651409512 rd (US)
Point to Rod (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.
Rod (Us Survey)
A U.S. survey rod is a unit of length equal to 16.5 U.S. survey feet.
History/Origin
The U.S. survey rod 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 rod was used for land surveying in the United States.