Convert hand to microinch
Please provide values below to convert hand [hand] to microinch [µin], or Convert microinch to hand.
How to Convert Hand to Microinch
1 hand = 4000000 µin
Example: convert 15 hand to µin:
15 hand = 15 × 4000000 µin = 60000000 µin
Hand to Microinch Conversion Table
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Hand
A hand is a unit of length equal to 4 inches.
History/Origin
The hand was originally the width of a man's hand, including the thumb. It was standardized to 4 inches for measuring the height of horses.
Current Use
The hand is still used today to measure the height of horses.
Microinch
A microinch is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of an inch.
History/Origin
The microinch is a unit used for extremely small measurements in precision engineering and manufacturing.
Current Use
The microinch is used in fields like mechanical engineering and electronics to measure surface roughness and tolerances.