Micrometer (µm) to Inch (in) Conversion

Convert micrometer (µm) to inch (in) with precision. Enter values and get instant conversions.

About Micrometer (µm) to Inch (in) Conversion

Converting from Micrometer (µm) to Inch (in) is a common length conversion.

This online converter allows you to easily convert between micrometer (µm) and inch (in), providing instant results with high precision.


Micrometer (µm)

Definition: A micrometer (symbol: µm), or micron, is one-millionth of a meter (0.000001 m). It measures microscopic structures like cells and wavelengths of infrared light.

History: Gained prominence with the development of microscopy in the 17th century. The term 'micron' was officially deprecated in 1967 in favor of 'micrometer' to align with SI standards.

Current use: Critical in biology (cell diameters), semiconductor manufacturing (transistor features), and air quality monitoring (particulate matter like PM2.5).

Inch (in)

Definition: An inch (symbol: in) is 1/12 of a foot or exactly 25.4 millimeters. It is deeply embedded in US manufacturing and daily life.

History: Derived from the Latin 'uncia' (1/12 of a Roman foot). Standardized internationally in 1959 to 25.4 mm, resolving variations between US and UK inches.

Current use: Prevails in US screen sizes (TVs, monitors), plumbing (pipe diameters), and tool calibration (e.g., wrench sizes). The UK uses inches informally for screen sizes and height.

Details

  • From: Micrometer (µm)
  • To: Inch (in)
  • Formula: 1 µm = 0.0000393701 in
  • Example: 25 µm = 0.0009842520 in

Micrometer (µm) to Inch (in) Conversion Table

Micrometer (µm)Inch (in)
0.013.937e-7
0.10.000003937
10.0000393701
20.0000787402
30.0001181102
50.0001968504
100.0003937008
200.0007874016
500.0019685039
1000.0039370079
10000.0393700787

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