Convert micron to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert micron [µ] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to micron.
How to Convert Micron to Handbreadth
1 µ = 1.31233595800525e-05 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 µ to handbreadth:
15 µ = 15 × 1.31233595800525e-05 handbreadth = 0.000196850393700787 handbreadth
Micron to Handbreadth Conversion Table
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Micron
A micron is a non-SI name for micrometer (µm), which 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 are now discouraged.
Current Use
While the term micrometer is the officially recognized term, "micron" is still used in some industries and in casual speech.
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.