Convert twip to caliber
Please provide values below to convert twip [twip] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to twip.
How to Convert Twip to Caliber
1 twip = 0.0694444881889764 cl
Example: convert 15 twip to cl:
15 twip = 15 × 0.0694444881889764 cl = 1.04166732283465 cl
Twip to Caliber Conversion Table
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Twip
A twip (twentieth of a point) is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/1440 of an inch.
History/Origin
The twip was invented by Microsoft as a device-independent unit for layout calculations in its software.
Current Use
The twip is used internally by some software programs for screen and print layout.
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.