Millimeters to Centimeters Converter
Convert millimeters (mm) to centimeters (cm) with precision and ease
Millimeters to Centimeters Converter
Conversion Formula
To convert millimeters to centimeters, multiply by 0.10000000:
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Millimeters to Centimeters Conversion Guide
Converting millimeters to centimeters is one of the most basic metric system conversions. This conversion is essential in engineering, manufacturing, crafts, and precise measurements where small units matter.
Conversion Formula
To convert millimeters to centimeters, divide the millimeter value by 10:
Common Conversions
| Millimeters | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 10 mm | 1 cm |
| 25 mm | 2.5 cm |
| 50 mm | 5 cm |
| 100 mm | 10 cm |
| 150 mm | 15 cm |
| 200 mm | 20 cm |
| 250 mm | 25 cm |
| 300 mm | 30 cm |
Practical Examples
- Screw Size: 25 mm screw is 2.5 cm long
- Pipe Diameter: 150 mm pipe is 15 cm in diameter
- Paper Thickness: 0.1 mm paper is 0.01 cm thick
- Wire Gauge: 2.5 mm wire is 0.25 cm thick
When to Use This Conversion
- Engineering and technical drawings
- Manufacturing and machining
- Jewelry making and crafts
- Medical and scientific measurements
- Electronics and circuit board design
- Precision woodworking
Accuracy and Precision
Since both millimeters and centimeters are part of the metric system, this conversion is exact: 10 millimeters always equals exactly 1 centimeter. This relationship is fundamental to the metric system and provides perfect precision.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many millimeters are in a centimeter?
There are exactly 10 millimeters in one centimeter.
How do you convert 75 mm to cm?
Divide 75 by 10: 75 ÷ 10 = 7.5 cm.
Is mm smaller than cm?
Yes, millimeters are smaller than centimeters. It takes 10 millimeters to equal 1 centimeter.
Why is this conversion so simple?
The metric system is based on powers of 10, making conversions between units straightforward and logical.