Micrometer

µm

One millionth of a meter

About Micrometer (µm)

One millionth of a meter, the micrometer (or micron) is essential in semiconductor manufacturing, biology, and materials science. Human red blood cells measure about 7 micrometers across, and chip fabrication processes are named by their transistor gate length in micrometers or nanometers.

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Length
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µm
Also known as
micrometre micron micrometers
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Micrometer (µm)?

One millionth of a meter

How many Meter (m) are in one Micrometer (µm)?

One Micrometer (µm) equals 0.000001 Meter (m).

How many Kilometer (km) are in one Micrometer (µm)?

One Micrometer (µm) equals 1 × 10⁻⁹ Kilometer (km).

How many Centimeter (cm) are in one Micrometer (µm)?

One Micrometer (µm) equals 0.0001 Centimeter (cm).

How do I convert Micrometer to Meter?

To convert Micrometer to Meter, multiply the value by 0.000001 (1 µm = 0.000001 m).