Convert micrometer to caliber
Please provide values below to convert micrometer [µm] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to micrometer.
How to Convert Micrometer to Caliber
1 µm = 0.00393700787401575 cl
Example: convert 15 µm to cl:
15 µm = 15 × 0.00393700787401575 cl = 0.0590551181102362 cl
Micrometer to Caliber Conversion Table
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Micrometer
A micrometer, also known as a micron, is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of a meter.
History/Origin
The term "micron" and the symbol µ were officially declared obsolete by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) in 1967, and "micrometer" became the official term.
Current Use
The micrometer is a common unit for measuring the wavelength of infrared radiation, as well as the size of biological cells and bacteria. It is also widely used in technology and engineering.
Caliber
Caliber is a unit of length used to describe the internal diameter of a firearm barrel, typically expressed in hundredths or thousandths of an inch.
History/Origin
The term "caliber" has been used for centuries to describe the size of cannons and firearms.
Current Use
Caliber is the standard unit for designating the bore of firearms in many countries, including the United States.