Millimeters to Inches

Convert Millimeters to Inches

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How to Convert Millimeters to Inches

Millimeters to Inches Conversion Formula

To convert millimeters to inches, use this precise mathematical formula:

inches = millimeters ÷ 25.4

Step-by-Step Guide for MM to Inches Conversion

Take your measurement in millimeters (mm)
Divide by 25.4 (the exact number of millimeters in one inch)
Get your result in inches (in or ″)

Common Millimeter to Inch Conversions

Millimeters (mm)	Inches (″)	Common Use
1 mm	0.0394″	Paper thickness
5 mm	0.197″	Glass thickness
10 mm	0.394″	Pencil diameter
25.4 mm	1″	Standard inch
50 mm	1.969″	Bolt size
100 mm	3.937″	Smartphone width

Practical MM to Inches Conversion Examples

Here are some real-world examples of mm to inches conversion:

M8 bolt diameter: 8 mm = 8 ÷ 25.4 = 0.315″
Plywood thickness: 18 mm = 18 ÷ 25.4 = 0.709″
Pipe diameter: 32 mm = 32 ÷ 25.4 = 1.26″
Smartphone screen: 158 mm = 158 ÷ 25.4 = 6.22″

When You Need MM to Inches Conversion

Converting millimeters to inches is essential in:

Engineering design and technical drawings
Manufacturing and quality control processes
Hardware and fastener specifications
Medical measurements and diagnostics
Electronics and precision instruments
Jewelry making and watchmaking

Understanding Millimeters and Inches

Did you know? A millimeter is one-thousandth of a meter, while an inch was historically the width of an adult male's thumb.

The modern definition: 1 inch = 25.4 mm (exactly), established by international agreement in 1959 for precise conversion.

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