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Millimeters to inches converter

Convert millimeters to inches with an editable calculator, worked example, formula and reference table. Check the unit definitions before you convert.

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Use a decimal point, such as 2.5. Enter a value in mm; the result is in in.

Inches≈ 0.3937007874in

Formula

in ≈ mm × 0.03937007874

Worked example

Convert 10 mm to in:

10 mm ≈ 0.3937007874 in

Multiply your mm value by the factor above. The calculator uses the full conversion factor before rounding the displayed answer.

Millimeters to inches table

Reference values rounded to 10 significant digits. Use the converter above for other amounts.

Approximate conversion reference
Millimeters (mm)Inches (in)
0.1≈ 0.003937007874
0.5≈ 0.01968503937
1≈ 0.03937007874
2≈ 0.07874015748
5≈ 0.1968503937
10≈ 0.3937007874
25≈ 0.9842519685
50≈ 1.968503937
100≈ 3.937007874
1000≈ 39.37007874

Understanding millimeters

A millimeter is one thousandth of a meter. It is useful for small dimensions and material thickness.

Understanding inches

The international inch is exactly 0.0254 meters. Enter 2.5 for two and a half inches.

Precision and rounding

The calculator keeps decimal precision during the conversion. Displayed values use up to 10 significant digits; an approximation sign marks the reference results. Keep extra digits until your final measurement or purchase decision.

References

Definitions and method references. Example rates and prices on this page are editable assumptions.