Ell to Pica Converter (ell to pc)

How to convert ells to picas

1 ell is equal to 270 picas, and 1 pica is equal to 0.003703703704 ells. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

picas = ells × 270
picas = ells ÷ 0.003703703704

Example: convert 15 ell to pc: 15 × 270 = 4,050 pc.

The English ell is 45 inches (1.143 m). It was used for measuring cloth and was originally based on the length of an arm.

Symbol: ell · 1 ell = 1.143 m · Category: Historical & cloth

The modern (PostScript) pica is one sixth of an inch (4.233 mm), or 12 points. It's used in typography and page layout for column widths and margins.

Symbol: pc · 1 pc = 0.004233333333 m · Category: Typography

Frequently asked questions

How many picas are in a ell?

There are 270 picas in 1 ell (ell).

How many ells are in a pica?

1 pica (pc) equals 0.003703703704 ells.

How do I convert ells to picas?

Multiply the length in ells by 270. For example, 15 ell × 270 = 4,050 pc.

How do I convert picas to ells?

Divide the length in picas by 270, or multiply it by 0.003703703704. You can also use the Pica to Ell converter.