Millimeter to Foot Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert millimeters to feet with our free online length converter.
Millimeter to Foot Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Millimeter).
- The converted value in Foot will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
- Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Length category.
- Click the swap button (⇌) to reverse the conversion direction.
How to Convert Millimeter to Foot
Converting Millimeter to Foot involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Millimeter = 0.00328084 feetExample Calculation:
Convert 10 millimeters: 10 × 0.00328084 = 0.0328084 feet
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What is a Millimeter and a Foot?
The millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one-thousandth of a meter (1/1000 m) or one-tenth of a centimeter (1/10 cm). It is used for very precise measurements.
The foot (plural: feet) is a unit of length in the British imperial and United States customary systems of measurement. It is defined as exactly 12 inches or 0.3048 meters.
Note: The Millimeter is part of the metric (SI) system, primarily used globally in science and trade. The Foot belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Millimeter and Foot
Defined as a subunit of the meter within the original metric system, the millimeter provides a standard unit for fine measurements required in science, engineering, and manufacturing.
The foot has been used as a unit of length since antiquity, often based on the length of a human foot. Its exact length varied significantly over time and location until the international agreement in 1959 defined it precisely in terms of the meter.
Common Uses for millimeters and feet
Explore the typical applications for both Millimeter (metric) and Foot (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for millimeters
- Engineering & Machining: Precise engineering and machining measurements.
- Technical Design: Technical drawings and specifications.
- Electronics: Measuring small electronic components or wire gauges.
- Meteorology: Measuring rainfall amounts.
- Science: Scientific measurements requiring high precision (e.g., microscopy).
Common Uses for feet
- Human Height: Measuring human height in the US and UK.
- US Dimensions: Measuring room dimensions, furniture sizes, and building layouts in the US.
- Aviation: Aviation altitude measurements (globally).
- US Construction: Construction and surveying in the US.
- Sports Fields: Describing lengths in sports fields (e.g., American football).
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Millimeter (mm)
How many millimeters are in a centimeter?
There are 10 millimeters (mm) in 1 centimeter (cm).
How many millimeters are in a meter?
There are 1,000 millimeters (mm) in 1 meter (m).
What does 'milli' mean in millimeter?
The prefix 'milli' denotes one-thousandth (1/1000).
About Foot (ft)
How many inches are in a foot?
There are exactly 12 inches (in) in 1 foot (ft).
How many feet are in a yard?
There are exactly 3 feet (ft) in 1 yard (yd).
How many feet are in a mile?
There are exactly 5,280 feet (ft) in 1 mile (mi).
Conversion Table: Millimeter to Foot
| Millimeter (mm) | Foot (ft) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.003 |
| 5 | 0.016 |
| 10 | 0.033 |
| 25 | 0.082 |
| 50 | 0.164 |
| 100 | 0.328 |
| 500 | 1.64 |
| 1,000 | 3.281 |