Centimeters to US Survey Feet Converter
Enter the length in centimeters below to convert it to us survey feet.
Convert Centimeters to US Survey Feet
Enter a value in centimeters (cm) to convert to us survey feet (ft (US)).
Centimeters to US Survey Feet Conversion Chart (1–40 Continuous)
Continuous 1 to 40 centimeters lookup table with exact decimals and reduced nearest 1/64 fractions. Highlighted rows mark common shop and ruler values.
| Centimeters (cm) | Decimal (ft (US)) | Fraction — Nearest 1/64 (Reduced) | Nearest 1/16 (Tape) |
|---|---|---|---|
1 cm★ Common | 0.032808 ft (US) | 1/32 ft (US) | 1/16 ft (US) |
2 cm★ Common | 0.065617 ft (US) | 1/16 ft (US) | 1/16 ft (US) |
3 cm★ Common | 0.098425 ft (US) | 3/32 ft (US) | 1/8 ft (US) |
4 cm | 0.131233 ft (US) | 1/8 ft (US) | 1/8 ft (US) |
5 cm★ Common | 0.164042 ft (US) | 5/32 ft (US) | 3/16 ft (US) |
6 cm★ Common | 0.19685 ft (US) | 13/64 ft (US) | 3/16 ft (US) |
7 cm | 0.229658 ft (US) | 15/64 ft (US) | 1/4 ft (US) |
8 cm★ Common | 0.262467 ft (US) | 17/64 ft (US) | 1/4 ft (US) |
9 cm | 0.295275 ft (US) | 19/64 ft (US) | 5/16 ft (US) |
10 cm★ Common | 0.328083 ft (US) | 21/64 ft (US) | 5/16 ft (US) |
11 cm | 0.360892 ft (US) | 23/64 ft (US) | 3/8 ft (US) |
12 cm★ Common | 0.3937 ft (US) | 25/64 ft (US) | 3/8 ft (US) |
How to Convert Centimeters to US Survey Feet
To convert centimeters to us survey feet, multiply the length by the following conversion ratio: 0.0328083 us survey feet/centimeter.
Since one centimeter is equal to 0.0328083 us survey feet, you can use this simple formula to convert:
The length in us survey feet is equal to the length in centimeters multiplied by 0.0328083.
For example, here's how to convert 5 centimeters to us survey feet using the formula above.
How Many US Survey Feet Are in a Centimeter?
There are 0.0328083 us survey feet in a centimeter, which is why we use this value in the formula above.
Our centimeter fraction and decimal calculator can convert centimeters and us survey feet, and it automatically converts the results to US customary, imperial, and SI metric values.
Centimeters and us survey feet are both units used to measure length. Keep reading to learn more about each unit.
How to Convert Centimeters to Fractional Inches (1/16″, 1/32″ & 1/64″)
Plain-language method for turning decimal inches into a standard tape-measure or machinist ruler fraction
Calculators give you a decimal number (such as 1.968504 in), but tape measures and woodworking rulers are marked in binary fractions of an inch—most commonly 1/16″ on carpenter tapes, 1/32″ on fine woodworking rules, and 1/64″ on machinist scales.
Here is the step-by-step worked example for converting 5 centimeters (cm) into fractional inches:
- Find the decimal inches result: Convert 5 cm to inches to get 1.968504 in.
- Separate the whole inches from the decimal part: Keep the whole number 1 aside, leaving the decimal remainder 0.968504.
- Multiply the decimal part by your desired fraction denominator (16, 32, or 64) and round half up: Multiply 0.968504 by 16, 32, or 64, then round to the nearest whole number (values ending in .5 round up).
- Reduce the fraction to lowest terms: If the rounded top number (numerator) is even, divide both top and bottom by 2 (or their Greatest Common Divisor) until the top number is odd, then combine with your whole inches.
What Is a Centimeter?
A centimeter is a metric unit of length equal to one-hundredth (1/100) of a meter, which is the International System of Units (SI) base unit of length. One centimeter is also equal to 10 millimeters or approximately 0.39370079 inches. [1]
The centimeter, or centimetre, is part of the SI metric system used worldwide for everyday, scientific, and clinical measurements. Centimeters can be abbreviated as cm; for example, 1 centimeter can be written as 1 cm.
In the metric system, "centi" is the Latin-derived prefix for hundredths, or 10⁻². Because 1 international inch is legally defined as 2.54 centimeters, converting between centimeters and inches is anchored by an exact mathematical constant.
Centimeters are measured using metric rulers, tailor's measuring tapes, stadiometers (for human height), and vernier calipers across carpentry, apparel sizing, school science, and medical charts.
What Is a US Survey Foot?
A us survey foot is a unit of length equal to 0.3048006 meters (m), the base unit for length. Geodetic US Survey foot defined as 1200/3937 meters (approx. 0.30480061 m). [2]
The us survey foot is classified as a US customary unit of length. US Survey Feet can be abbreviated as ft (US); for example, 1 us survey foot can be written as 1 ft (US).
When working with us survey feet (ft (US)) in formulas or technical specifications, always verify whether your target system uses SI metric, US customary, or British imperial standards.
In practice, us survey feet (ft (US)) are widely used across standard length applications within US customary workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
When converting length between centimeters (cm) and us survey feet (ft (US)), keep full floating-point precision (1 cm = 0.0328083 ft (US); 1 ft (US) = 30.480061 cm) during intermediate calculations and round only the final us survey foot figure to match your instrument tolerance.
More Centimeter & US Survey Foot Conversions
Need to calculate in the opposite direction? Use our us survey feet to centimeters calculator to switch your starting unit immediately. You can also explore related tools such as converting us survey feet to centimeters, converting meters to us survey feet, or converting centimeters to inches.
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References
- [1]NIST OWM StandardNIST OWM (SI Units — Length)·Length Metrology Standard — Centimeters (cm) to US Survey Feet (ft (US))
- [2]BIPM SpecificationBIPM (SI Base Unit: Metre (m))·Unit Specifications: Centimeter (cm) & US Survey Foot (ft (US))
- [3]NIST HB 133 ReferenceNIST HB 133 (NIST Handbook 133 (2019 Ed.))·Conversion Factors & Mathematical Basis (cm to ft (US))