Convert microinch to millimeter
Please provide values below to convert microinch [µin] to millimeter [mm], or Convert millimeter to microinch.
How to Convert Microinch to Millimeter
1 µin = 2.54e-05 mm
Example: convert 15 µin to mm:
15 µin = 15 × 2.54e-05 mm = 0.000381 mm
Microinch to Millimeter 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.
Millimeter
A millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-thousandth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "milli-" comes from the Latin word "mille," meaning thousand. The millimeter was part of the original metric system adopted in France in 1795.
Current Use
The millimeter is widely used in engineering and manufacturing for high-precision measurements. It is also a common unit in construction and for measuring small objects.