Convert handbreadth to micrometer
Please provide values below to convert handbreadth [handbreadth] to micrometer [µm], or Convert micrometer to handbreadth.
How to Convert Handbreadth to Micrometer
1 handbreadth = 76200 µm
Example: convert 15 handbreadth to µm:
15 handbreadth = 15 × 76200 µm = 1143000 µm
Handbreadth to Micrometer 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.
Micrometer
A micrometer, also known as a micron, 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 "micrometer" became the official term.
Current Use
The micrometer is a common unit for measuring the wavelength of infrared radiation, as well as the size of biological cells and bacteria. It is also widely used in technology and engineering.