A pica is 12 points.
Picas to Links Converter — pc to li
Convert Pica (pc) to Link (li) using the exact conversion factor (1 pica = 0.021043771 link). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Picas to Links converter
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Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
A surveyor's link is 1/100 of a chain.
Result = input x 0.004233333333 / 0.201168.
Length uses the meter as the base unit.
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About Converting Picas to Links
Pica and Link both measure length. Specifically: A pica is 12 points, and a surveyor's link is 1/100 of a chain.
Formula
links = picas × 0.0210437710421
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 pica equals 0.004233333333 base units, and 1 link equals 0.201168 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct pica-to-link factor of 0.0210437710421.
Simple example
1 pc × 0.02104377104 = 0.021043771 li
1 pica = 0.021043771 links.
Real-world example
10 pc × 0.02104377104 = 0.2104377104 li
10 picas = 0.2104377104 links.
Conversion table
| Pica (pc) | Link (li) |
|---|---|
| 1 pc | 0.021043771 li |
| 5 pc | 0.1052188552 li |
| 10 pc | 0.2104377104 li |
| 21.0975 pc | 0.4439709596 li |
| 42.195 pc | 0.8879419191 li |
| 100 pc | 2.104377104 li |
Reverse conversion: Link to Pica
0.021043771 li × 47.52 = 0.999999998 pc
0.021043771 links = 0.999999998 picas.
picas = links × 47.5200000037
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Link to Pica.
Understanding the Pica (pc)
A pica is 12 points.
Understanding the Link (li)
A surveyor's link is 1/100 of a chain.
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Frequently asked questions
How many links are in 1 pica?
1 pica equals 0.021043771 links, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert pica to link?
Multiply the pica value by 0.02104377104. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert link back to pica?
Use the reverse factor: 1 link equals 47.52 picas. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a pica?
Pica (pc) is a unit of length.
What is a link?
Link (li) is a unit of length.
Is the pica to link conversion exact?
Yes. Both pica and link are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 0.02104377104 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.