inch to metre
Live inch (in) to metre (m) converter. Plus a 10-value reference table and FAQs.
Conversion table
Ten sample values from inch to metre. Use the converter above for arbitrary values.
| inch (in) | → | metre (m) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 in | → | 2.5400e-5 m |
| 0.01 in | → | 0.000254 m |
| 0.1 in | → | 0.00254 m |
| 0.5 in | → | 0.0127 m |
| 1 in | → | 0.0254 m |
| 2 in | → | 0.0508 m |
| 5 in | → | 0.127 m |
| 10 in | → | 0.254 m |
| 100 in | → | 2.54 m |
| 1,000 in | → | 25.4 m |
About the inch
1/12 of a foot or 25.4 mm. Screen sizes, paper, US fastener sizes.
About the metre
The SI base unit of length. Defined by the speed of light since 1983.
How inch to metre conversion works
Both units belong to Length. Unitbox first expresses the input in the category reference unit (m), then expresses that same quantity in metre.
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 metre?
Multiply the inch value by 0.0254 to get it in metre. For example, 10 in = 0.254 m.
What is 1 in in m?
1 in = 0.0254 m.
What is 100 in in m?
100 in = 2.54 m.
What is the formula?
Linear: multiply by 0.0254 (the unit factor ratio).
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