Millimeters, inches, centimeters, feet, and meters
Convert between imperial and metric length measurements with our comprehensive collection of printable charts. Essential for woodworking, construction, engineering, and international projects.
| Millimeters | Decimal (in) | Fraction (in) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.020 | 0 |
| 1 | 0.039 | 1/16 |
| 6.35 | 0.250 | 1/4 |
| 12.7 | 0.500 | 1/2 |
| 19 | 0.748 | 3/4 |
| 25.4 | 1.000 | 1 |
| 38.1 | 1.500 | 1 1/2 |
| 50.8 | 2.000 | 2 |
| 76.2 | 3.000 | 3 |
| 101.6 | 4.000 | 4 |
Convert millimeters to inches with decimals and fractions for woodworking and engineering.
| Inches | ft'-in | Centimeters | Meters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1" | 2.5 | 0.03 |
| 6 | 6" | 15.2 | 0.15 |
| 12 | 1' 0" | 30.5 | 0.30 |
| 24 | 2' 0" | 61.0 | 0.61 |
| 30 | 2' 6" | 76.2 | 0.76 |
| 36 | 3' 0" | 91.4 | 0.91 |
| 48 | 4' 0" | 121.9 | 1.22 |
| 60 | 5' 0" | 152.4 | 1.52 |
| 63 | 5' 3" | 160.0 | 1.60 |
| 72 | 6' 0" | 182.9 | 1.83 |
International shopping, sizing, and DIY conversions from inches to centimeters.
| Centimeters | Meters | Decimal (in) | Fraction (in) | ft'-in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 0.05 | 1.97 | 1 15/16" | 0'2" |
| 10 | 0.10 | 3.94 | 3 15/16" | 0'4" |
| 20 | 0.20 | 7.87 | 7 7/8" | 0'8" |
| 30 | 0.30 | 11.81 | 11 13/16" | 1'0" |
| 50 | 0.50 | 19.69 | 19 11/16" | 1'8" |
| 70 | 0.70 | 27.56 | 27 9/16" | 2'4" |
| 90 | 0.90 | 35.43 | 35 7/16" | 2'11" |
| 100 | 1.00 | 39.37 | 39 3/8" | 3'3" |
| 130 | 1.30 | 51.18 | 51 3/16" | 4'3" |
| 180 | 1.80 | 70.87 | 70 7/8" | 5'11" |
Convert centimeters to inches with precision for international sizing and measurements.
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| Millimeters | Decimal (in) | Fraction (in) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.020 | 0 |
| 1 | 0.039 | 1/16 |
| 6.35 | 0.250 | 1/4 |
| 12.7 | 0.500 | 1/2 |
| 19 | 0.748 | 3/4 |
| 25.4 | 1.000 | 1 |
| 38.1 | 1.500 | 1 1/2 |
| 50.8 | 2.000 | 2 |
| 76.2 | 3.000 | 3 |
| 101.6 | 4.000 | 4 |
Convert millimeters to inches with decimals and fractions for woodworking and engineering.
| Inches | ft'-in | Centimeters | Meters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1" | 2.5 | 0.03 |
| 6 | 6" | 15.2 | 0.15 |
| 12 | 1' 0" | 30.5 | 0.30 |
| 24 | 2' 0" | 61.0 | 0.61 |
| 30 | 2' 6" | 76.2 | 0.76 |
| 36 | 3' 0" | 91.4 | 0.91 |
| 48 | 4' 0" | 121.9 | 1.22 |
| 60 | 5' 0" | 152.4 | 1.52 |
| 63 | 5' 3" | 160.0 | 1.60 |
| 72 | 6' 0" | 182.9 | 1.83 |
International shopping, sizing, and DIY conversions from inches to centimeters.
| Centimeters | Meters | Decimal (in) | Fraction (in) | ft'-in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 0.05 | 1.97 | 1 15/16" | 0'2" |
| 10 | 0.10 | 3.94 | 3 15/16" | 0'4" |
| 20 | 0.20 | 7.87 | 7 7/8" | 0'8" |
| 30 | 0.30 | 11.81 | 11 13/16" | 1'0" |
| 50 | 0.50 | 19.69 | 19 11/16" | 1'8" |
| 70 | 0.70 | 27.56 | 27 9/16" | 2'4" |
| 90 | 0.90 | 35.43 | 35 7/16" | 2'11" |
| 100 | 1.00 | 39.37 | 39 3/8" | 3'3" |
| 130 | 1.30 | 51.18 | 51 3/16" | 4'3" |
| 180 | 1.80 | 70.87 | 70 7/8" | 5'11" |
Convert centimeters to inches with precision for international sizing and measurements.
| Feet (ft) | Feet & Inches | Meters (m) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1'0" | 0.305 |
| 3 | 3'0" | 0.914 |
| 6 | 6'0" | 1.829 |
| 10 | 10'0" | 3.048 |
| 15 | 15'0" | 4.572 |
| 20 | 20'0" | 6.096 |
| 25 | 25'0" | 7.620 |
| 30 | 30'0" | 9.144 |
| 40 | 40'0" | 12.192 |
| 50 | 50'0" | 15.240 |
Imperial to metric conversion with engineering-friendly precision and printable exports.
| Inches (fraction) | Inches (decimal) | Millimeters | Centimeters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4" | 0.250 | 6.35 | 0.64 |
| 1/2" | 0.500 | 12.70 | 1.27 |
| 1" | 1.000 | 25.40 | 2.54 |
| 1 1/2" | 1.500 | 38.10 | 3.81 |
| 2" | 2.000 | 50.80 | 5.08 |
| 2 1/2" | 2.500 | 63.50 | 6.35 |
| 3" | 3.000 | 76.20 | 7.62 |
| 4" | 4.000 | 101.60 | 10.16 |
| 5" | 5.000 | 127.00 | 12.70 |
| 6" | 6.000 | 152.40 | 15.24 |
Imperial to metric conversions for hardware sizing and fabrication.
| Meters (m) | Feet (ft) | Feet & Inches | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 1.64 | 1'8" | — |
| 1 | 3.28 | 3'3" | ~3 feet |
| 1.8 | 5.91 | 5'11" | Tall person |
| 3 | 9.84 | 9'10" | Standard ceiling |
| 5 | 16.40 | 16'5" | Basketball hoop |
| 10 | 32.81 | 32'10" | One story |
| 20 | 65.62 | 65'7" | — |
| 50 | 164.04 | 164'1" | — |
| 100 | 328.08 | 328'1" | — |
| 150 | 492.13 | 492'2" | — |
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We're actively developing additional length conversion charts based on user feedback. Each new chart will feature the same precision and customization options you expect.
Length conversions are among the most commonly needed measurement conversions, especially when working across international borders or between different industries. The ability to quickly convert between imperial (inches, feet) and metric (millimeters, centimeters, meters) systems is essential for accurate work in woodworking, construction, engineering, and everyday applications.
The imperial system, primarily used in the United States, measures length in inches, feet, and yards. The metric system, used by most of the world, uses millimeters, centimeters, and meters. Understanding both systems is crucial for international collaboration and trade.
The imperial system is based on historical units that evolved organically, while the metric system was designed to be decimal-based and logical. This makes metric conversions mathematically simpler (1 meter = 100 centimeters = 1000 millimeters), but imperial measurements remain deeply embedded in certain industries and regions.
Key Conversion Factors:
💡 Note: The 1 inch = 25.4mm conversion was officially standardized in 1959 by an international agreement between English-speaking nations.
Length conversion charts are indispensable tools across numerous fields and applications. Here are the most common use cases:
Converting between standard lumber sizes (imperial) and metric measurements. Essential when working with international wood suppliers or following plans from different countries.
Reading international building plans and specifications. Critical when contractors need to interpret architectural drawings from different measurement systems.
Designing parts that interface with both imperial and metric components. Particularly important in automotive, aerospace, and mechanical engineering.
Operating machinery calibrated in different measurement systems. CNC operators frequently need to convert between metric and imperial tooling specifications.
Common conversions at a glance. For detailed charts with extended ranges, download our printable PDFs above.
| Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|
| 1 mm | 0.039 inches |
| 10 mm | 0.394 inches |
| 25 mm | 0.984 inches |
| 1 cm | 0.394 inches |
| 10 cm | 3.937 inches |
| 1 meter | 39.37 inches / 3.28 feet |
| 10 meters | 32.81 feet / 10.94 yards |
| Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|
| 1 inch | 25.4 mm / 2.54 cm |
| 6 inches | 152.4 mm / 15.24 cm |
| 12 inches (1 ft) | 304.8 mm / 30.48 cm |
| 1 foot | 30.48 cm / 0.305 m |
| 1 yard | 91.44 cm / 0.914 m |
| 10 feet | 304.8 cm / 3.048 m |
| 100 feet | 30.48 meters |
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Common questions about length conversion charts
In 1959, English-speaking countries (US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa) signed an international agreement standardizing the relationship between imperial and metric units. They agreed that 1 inch = 25.4 millimeters exactly. This replaced earlier slightly different definitions and ensures consistent conversions worldwide.
It depends on your application. Fractional inches (1/16", 1/32") are preferred in traditional woodworking, construction, and when using imperial measuring tools like tape measures and rulers. Decimal inches (0.125", 0.0625") are preferred in machining, engineering, CAD design, and when mathematical calculations are needed. Our charts offer both formats so you can choose what works best for your workflow.
All our conversions use the internationally standardized formulas (1 inch = 25.4mm exactly). The accuracy of the charts depends on the precision level you select. For most applications, 2-3 decimal places (or 1/32 inch fractions) provide more than sufficient accuracy. Professional machining applications may require 4+ decimal places, which our customizable charts support.
Yes! All our charts are fully customizable. You can set your own minimum and maximum values, increment size, precision level (decimal places or fraction denominator), and choose between different template styles. The preview updates in real-time so you can see exactly what you'll download before generating the PDF.
Our charts are designed to print perfectly on standard paper sizes: Letter (8.5" × 11") - Standard US paper size, perfect for most charts; A4 (210mm × 297mm) - International standard, slightly longer than Letter; A5 (148mm × 210mm) - Portable size, great for tool boxes and quick reference. You can select your preferred paper size when customizing your chart. The layout automatically adjusts to fit your chosen paper size.
Absolutely! Our length conversion charts are used by professional woodworkers, carpenters, and furniture makers worldwide. The fractional inch format with 1/32" or 1/64" precision is ideal for woodworking applications. Many professionals laminate our charts and keep them posted in their workshops for quick reference. The accuracy meets or exceeds professional standards, and the customization options let you create charts specifically for your most common working ranges.