Convert mil to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert mil [mil, thou] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to mil.
How to Convert Mil to Handbreadth
1 mil, thou = 0.000333333333333333 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 mil, thou to handbreadth:
15 mil, thou = 15 × 0.000333333333333333 handbreadth = 0.005 handbreadth
Mil to Handbreadth 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.
Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.