Convert handbreadth to millimeter
Please provide values below to convert handbreadth [handbreadth] to millimeter [mm], or Convert millimeter to handbreadth.
How to Convert Handbreadth to Millimeter
1 handbreadth = 76.2 mm
Example: convert 15 handbreadth to mm:
15 handbreadth = 15 × 76.2 mm = 1143 mm
Handbreadth to Millimeter Conversion Table
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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.
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.