Convert Millimeters to Meters
Seamlessly convert values from Millimeters (mm) to Meters (m). Includes the exact formula, a quick reference table, and real-world context.
Common Length Conversions
Conversion Formula
Meters = Millimeters × 0.001Millimeters to Meters Conversion Table
| Millimeters (mm) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 mm | 1.0000e-3 m |
| 2 mm | 2.0000e-3 m |
| 5 mm | 5.0000e-3 m |
| 10 mm | 0.01 m |
| 15 mm | 0.015 m |
| 20 mm | 0.02 m |
| 25 mm | 0.025 m |
| 50 mm | 0.05 m |
| 100 mm | 0.1 m |
| 500 mm | 0.5 m |
About Millimeters
The millimeter equals one thousandth of a meter (0.001 m). It is used for high-precision measurements in engineering, manufacturing, medicine, and scientific research where fine detail matters.
Real-World Examples
- A standard paperclip wire is about 1 millimeter in diameter
- Smartphone screens are typically 7 to 10 millimeters thick
- Human hair ranges from 0.06 to 0.10 millimeters in diameter
💡 Did you know? In precision engineering, tolerances are often specified in hundredths of a millimeter. Modern CNC machines can achieve accuracy within 0.01 mm.
About Meters
The meter is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). Originally defined in 1793 as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole along a great circle, the meter is now defined by the speed of light.
Real-World Examples
- An average doorway is about 2 meters tall
- An Olympic swimming pool is 50 meters long
- The Statue of Liberty stands 93 meters from ground to torch tip
💡 Did you know? The meter was redefined in 1983 as the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second, making it one of the most precisely defined units in science.
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