Convert handbreadth to microinch
Please provide values below to convert handbreadth [handbreadth] to microinch [µin], or Convert microinch to handbreadth.
How to Convert Handbreadth to Microinch
1 handbreadth = 3000000 µin
Example: convert 15 handbreadth to µin:
15 handbreadth = 15 × 3000000 µin = 45000000 µin
Handbreadth to Microinch Conversion Table
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Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
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.