Convert micron to caliber
Please provide values below to convert micron [µ] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to micron.
How to Convert Micron to Caliber
1 µ = 0.00393700787401575 cl
Example: convert 15 µ to cl:
15 µ = 15 × 0.00393700787401575 cl = 0.0590551181102362 cl
Micron to Caliber 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.
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.