Convert mm to inches

Enter the number of millimeters that you want to convert to inches.

1 mm (millimeters) = 0.0393700787 in (inches)
Fraction: 3/64 in

How to Convert Millimeters to Inches

The millimeter and inch are both units of length. By definition, 1 inch equals exactly 25.4 millimeters. This means to convert millimeters to inches, you divide by 25.4.

Formula

inches = millimeters ÷ 25.4

Step-by-Step Example

Convert 5 mm to inches:

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Convert 5 mm to inches

We need to convert millimeters to inches

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Apply the formula

Since 1 in = 25.4 mm, divide by 25.4

5 ÷ 25.4 = 0.1968503937

Answer

5 mm = 0.1968503937 in

Millimeter to Inch Conversion Table

Quick reference table for common millimeter to inch conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.

Millimeters (mm) Inches (in)
1 mm 0.0393700787 in
2 mm 0.0787401575 in
5 mm 0.1968503937 in
10 mm 0.3937007874 in
15 mm 0.5905511811 in
20 mm 0.7874015748 in
25 mm 0.9842519685 in
50 mm 1.968503937 in
100 mm 3.937007874 in

About These Units

Millimeter (mm)

A millimeter (mm) is a metric unit of length equal to 1/1000 of a meter or 0.03937 inches. Millimeters are essential for precision measurements in engineering, manufacturing, medical imaging, and rainfall measurements. There are 25.4 mm in one inch.

Inch (in)

An inch (in or ") is an imperial unit equal to 1/12 foot or exactly 2.54 centimeters. Inches measure screen sizes (TVs, monitors, phones), paper dimensions, rainfall, and small objects in the US, UK, and Canada. There are 25.4 millimeters in one inch.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert millimeters to inches?

To convert millimeters to inches, divide the value by 25.4. For example, 10 mm = 0.3937007874 in.

How many inches are in 1 millimeter?

1 millimeter equals 0.0393700787 inches.

What is the formula for millimeters to inches?

The formula is: in = mm ÷ 25.4.