Inch to millimeter converter (in to mm)

Conversion Formula

1 in = 25.4 mm

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Inch = 0.0254 meters
   1 Millimeter = 0.001 meters
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 in = (0.0254 m) / (0.001 m/mm) = 25.4 mm
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in in by 25.4 to get the equivalent in mm

Example Conversion

Convert 5 in to mm:

5 in × 25.4 = 127 mm