Convert mil to caliber
Please provide values below to convert mil [mil, thou] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to mil.
How to Convert Mil to Caliber
1 mil, thou = 0.1 cl
Example: convert 15 mil, thou to cl:
15 mil, thou = 15 × 0.1 cl = 1.5 cl
Mil to Caliber Conversion Table
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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.
Caliber
Caliber is a unit of length used to describe the internal diameter of a firearm barrel, typically expressed in hundredths or thousandths of an inch.
History/Origin
The term "caliber" has been used for centuries to describe the size of cannons and firearms.
Current Use
Caliber is the standard unit for designating the bore of firearms in many countries, including the United States.