Convert centiinch to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert centiinch [cin] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to centiinch.
How to Convert Centiinch to Centimeter
1 cin = 0.0254 cm
Example: convert 15 cin to cm:
15 cin = 15 × 0.0254 cm = 0.381 cm
Centiinch to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Centiinch
A centiinch is a unit of length equal to one-hundredth of an inch.
History/Origin
The centiinch is not a standard unit of measurement but is a logical subdivision of the inch.
Current Use
The centiinch is rarely used.
Centimeter
A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "centi-" comes from the Latin word "centum," meaning hundred. The centimeter was part of the original metric system established in France in 1795.
Current Use
The centimeter is a very common unit of measurement for everyday objects and is used in many fields, including science, engineering, and fashion.