Convert Inches to Micrometers
1 in = 25400 µm
Conversion Table
| inches (in) | micrometers (µm) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 12700 |
| 1 | 25400 |
| 2 | 50800 |
| 5 | 127000 |
| 10 | 254000 |
| 25 | 635000 |
| 50 | 1270000 |
| 100 | 2540000 |
| 250 | 6350000 |
| 500 | 12700000 |
| 1000 | 25400000 |
How to Convert inches to micrometers
To convert inches to micrometers, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 in = 254000 µm
About inches and micrometers
The Conversion Formula
To convert inches to micrometers, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 in = 25400 µm. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 in to micrometers: 25 × 25400 = 635000 µm. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 25400, or equivalently multiply by 0.0000393701.
About inches
The inch is a unit of length in the British imperial and United States customary systems. The word comes from the Latin 'uncia', meaning 'one-twelfth'. Traditionally defined as the width of a man's thumb or the length of three barleycorns, it is now precision-defined as 25.4 millimeters. It is the global standard for electronic display sizes (TVs, monitors, phones) and wheel rim diameters. inches are commonly used in Screen sizes (TVs, smartphones), Tire rim diameters, Paper sizes (Letter, Legal), and Plumbing pipe diameters, Rainfall in the US.
A US quarter is just under 1 inch in diameter.
About micrometers
The micrometer, often called the micron, is a unit derived to measure the invisible world. Represented by the symbol µm, it is one-millionth of a meter. Its usage exploded with the semiconductor industry, where circuit features shrank to microscopic scales. It is also the standard unit for grading wool fiber quality and measuring infrared radiation wavelengths. micrometers are commonly used in Microchip manufacturing, Cell biology, Air quality (PM2.5 particles), and Plastic film thickness, Fiber optics.
A human red blood cell is about 7-8 micrometers wide.
When Would You Convert inches to micrometers?
Converting between inches and micrometers is one of the most common length conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 in = 25400 µm) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.