Convert caliber to millimeter
Please provide values below to convert caliber [cl] to millimeter [mm], or Convert millimeter to caliber.
How to Convert Caliber to Millimeter
1 cl = 0.254 mm
Example: convert 15 cl to mm:
15 cl = 15 × 0.254 mm = 3.81 mm
Caliber to Millimeter Conversion Table
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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.
Millimeter
A millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-thousandth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "milli-" comes from the Latin word "mille," meaning thousand. The millimeter was part of the original metric system adopted in France in 1795.
Current Use
The millimeter is widely used in engineering and manufacturing for high-precision measurements. It is also a common unit in construction and for measuring small objects.