inch to centimetre
Live inch (in) to centimetre (cm) converter. Plus a 10-value reference table and FAQs.
Conversion table
Ten sample values from inch to centimetre. Use the converter above for arbitrary values.
| inch (in) | → | centimetre (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 in | → | 0.00254 cm |
| 0.01 in | → | 0.0254 cm |
| 0.1 in | → | 0.254 cm |
| 0.5 in | → | 1.27 cm |
| 1 in | → | 2.54 cm |
| 2 in | → | 5.08 cm |
| 5 in | → | 12.7 cm |
| 10 in | → | 25.4 cm |
| 100 in | → | 254 cm |
| 1,000 in | → | 2,540 cm |
About the inch
1/12 of a foot or 25.4 mm. Screen sizes, paper, US fastener sizes.
About the centimetre
1/100 of a metre. Common for body and clothing measurements.
How inch to centimetre conversion works
Both units belong to Length. Unitbox first expresses the input in the category reference unit (m), then expresses that same quantity in centimetre.
Common uses include plans, dimensions, travel distances, screens, and manufacturing specifications.
Unit definitions and conversion factors are maintained in the Unitbox methodology. Last reviewed with the current conversion dataset.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert inch to centimetre?
Multiply the inch value by 2.54 to get it in centimetre. For example, 10 in = 25.4 cm.
What is 1 in in cm?
1 in = 2.54 cm.
What is 100 in in cm?
100 in = 254 cm.
What is the formula?
Linear: multiply by 2.54 (the unit factor ratio).
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