Convert microinch to fathom
Please provide values below to convert microinch [µin] to fathom [fath], or Convert fathom to microinch.
How to Convert Microinch to Fathom
1 µin = 1.38888888888889e-08 fath
Example: convert 15 µin to fath:
15 µin = 15 × 1.38888888888889e-08 fath = 2.08333333333333e-07 fath
Microinch to Fathom Conversion Table
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Microinch
A microinch is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of an inch.
History/Origin
The microinch is a unit used for extremely small measurements in precision engineering and manufacturing.
Current Use
The microinch is used in fields like mechanical engineering and electronics to measure surface roughness and tolerances.
Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.