Point (Typography) to Micrometer Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert points to micrometers with our free online length converter.
Point (Typography) to Micrometer Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Point (Typography)).
- The converted value in Micrometer 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 Point (Typography) to Micrometer
Converting Point (Typography) to Micrometer involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Point (Typography) = 352.778 micrometersExample Calculation:
Convert 10 points: 10 × 352.778 = 3527.78 micrometers
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What is a Point (Typography) and a Micrometer?
A point is a unit of length used in typography. The desktop publishing point (DTP point or PostScript point) is defined as 1/72 of an international inch (approximately 0.3527 mm).
A micrometer, also known as a micron, is a unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter (1×10⁻⁶ m).
Note: The Point (Typography) is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Micrometer belongs to the metric (SI) system.
History of the Point (Typography) and Micrometer
Typographic points evolved from historical printing practices. The DTP point standardized previous variations for digital use.
The term micron was officially accepted between 1879 and 1967 but later deprecated. Micrometer is the current standard term.
Common Uses for points and micrometers
Explore the typical applications for both Point (Typography) (imperial/US) and Micrometer (metric) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for points
- Specifying font sizes
- Measuring line spacing (leading) and other typographic elements
Common Uses for micrometers
- Measuring microscopic objects (e.g., bacteria, cells)
- Precision engineering tolerances
- Semiconductor manufacturing
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Point (Typography) (pt)
How many points are in an inch?
In modern desktop publishing, there are exactly 72 points (pt) in 1 inch (in).
What is the difference between a point and a pixel?
A point (pt) is a unit of physical length (1/72 inch), typically used for print. A pixel (px) is a unit of digital display resolution and its physical size can vary depending on the screen's pixel density (PPI).
What does 12 pt font mean?
It means the height of the font characters (specifically, the 'em square', which includes space above and below the letters) is 12 points, or 12/72 = 1/6th of an inch.
About Micrometer (μm)
Is a micrometer the same as a micron?
Yes, 'micron' is an older, deprecated name for the micrometer (μm). Both refer to one millionth of a meter.
How many micrometers are in a millimeter?
There are 1,000 micrometers (μm) in 1 millimeter (mm).
What are some examples of things measured in micrometers?
Examples include the diameter of human hair (around 50-100 μm), bacteria (typically 1-10 μm), and the thickness of plastic bags.
Conversion Table: Point (Typography) to Micrometer
| Point (Typography) (pt) | Micrometer (μm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 352.778 |
| 5 | 1,763.89 |
| 10 | 3,527.78 |
| 25 | 8,819.45 |
| 50 | 17,638.9 |
| 100 | 35,277.8 |
| 500 | 176,389 |
| 1,000 | 352,778 |
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