Micrometers to Inches Converter

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How to Convert Micrometers to Inches

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To convert a measurement in micrometers to a measurement in inches, divide the length by the following conversion ratio: 25,400 micrometers/inch.

Since one inch is equal to 25,400 micrometers, you can use this simple formula to convert:

inches = micrometers ÷ 25,400

The length in inches is equal to the length in micrometers divided by 25,400.

For example, here's how to convert 50,000 micrometers to inches using the formula above.
inches = (50,000 µm ÷ 25,400) = 1.968504"

Our inch fraction calculator can add micrometers and inches together, and it also automatically converts the results to US customary, imperial, and SI metric values.

Micrometers and inches are both units used to measure length. Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure.

What Is a Micrometer?

One micrometer is equal to one-millionth (1/1,000,000) of a meter, which is defined as the distance light travels in a vacuum in a 1/299,792,458 second time interval.

The micrometer, or micrometre, is a multiple of the meter, which is the SI base unit for length. In the metric system, "micro" is the prefix for millionths, or 10-6. A micrometer is sometimes also referred to as a micron. Micrometers can be abbreviated as µm; for example, 1 micrometer can be written as 1 µm.

To get an idea of the actual physical length of a micrometer, one human hair is 40-50 µm thick, demonstrating how small this unit of measure is.

Learn more about micrometers.

What Is an Inch?

An inch is a unit of length equal to 1/12 of a foot or 1/36 of a yard. Because the international yard is legally defined to be equal to exactly 0.9144 meters, one inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters.[1]

The inch is a US customary and imperial unit of length. Inches can be abbreviated as in; for example, 1 inch can be written as 1 in.

Inches can also be denoted using the ″ symbol, otherwise known as a double-prime. Often a double-quote (") is used instead of a double-prime for convenience. A double-prime is commonly used to express 1 in as 1″.

A quarter is .955" in diameter, which is just smaller than 1"

The standard ruler is 12 inches long and is a common tool for measuring a length in inches. Another frequently used tool to perform measurements in inches is a tape measure, which commonly comes in lengths from 6' - 35'. Other types of devices used to make measurements in inches include scales, calipers, measuring wheels, micrometers, yardsticks, and even lasers.

Learn more about inches.

We recommend using a ruler or tape measure for measuring length, which can be found at a local retailer or home center. Rulers are available in imperial, metric, or a combination of both values, so make sure you get the correct type for your needs.

Need a ruler? Try our free downloadable and printable rulers, which include both imperial and metric measurements.

Micrometer to Inch Conversion Table

Table showing various micrometer measurements converted to inches.
Micrometers Inches
1 µm 0.00003937"
2 µm 0.00007874"
3 µm 0.000118"
4 µm 0.000157"
5 µm 0.000197"
6 µm 0.000236"
7 µm 0.000276"
8 µm 0.000315"
9 µm 0.000354"
10 µm 0.000394"
100 µm 0.003937"
1,000 µm 0.03937"
10,000 µm 0.393701"
100,000 µm 3.937"

References

  1. National Institute of Standards and Technology, Checking the Net Contents of Packaged Goods, Handbook 133 - 2019 Edition, https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/hb/2019/NIST.HB.133-2019.pdf

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