Convert fingerbreadth to mil
Please provide values below to convert fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth] to mil [mil, thou], or Convert mil to fingerbreadth.
How to Convert Fingerbreadth to Mil
1 fingerbreadth = 750 mil, thou
Example: convert 15 fingerbreadth to mil, thou:
15 fingerbreadth = 15 × 750 mil, thou = 11250 mil, thou
Fingerbreadth to Mil Conversion Table
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Fingerbreadth
A fingerbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of a finger, approximately 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The fingerbreadth was a common unit of measurement in many ancient cultures.
Current Use
The fingerbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Mil
A mil, also known as a thou, is a unit of length equal to one-thousandth of an inch.
History/Origin
The mil was introduced in the 19th century as a convenient unit for fine measurements in engineering and manufacturing.
Current Use
The mil is still used in some manufacturing and engineering contexts, particularly in the United States, for specifying the thickness of materials like paper and wire.