Convert micron to ken
Please provide values below to convert micron [µ] to ken [ken], or Convert ken to micron.
How to Convert Micron to Ken
1 µ = 4.72063294246493e-07 ken
Example: convert 15 µ to ken:
15 µ = 15 × 4.72063294246493e-07 ken = 7.08094941369739e-06 ken
Micron to Ken Conversion Table
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Micron
A micron is a non-SI name for micrometer (µm), which is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of a meter.
History/Origin
The term "micron" and the symbol µ were officially declared obsolete by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) in 1967 and are now discouraged.
Current Use
While the term micrometer is the officially recognized term, "micron" is still used in some industries and in casual speech.
Ken
The ken is a traditional Japanese unit of length, equal to six Japanese feet (shaku). Its length has varied over time, but it is now standardized at 1.818 meters.
History/Origin
The ken was traditionally used in Japanese architecture and land measurement.
Current Use
The ken is still used in traditional Japanese carpentry and architecture.