Ell to Point Converter (ell to pt)

How to convert ells to points

1 ell is equal to 3,240 points, and 1 point is equal to 0.0003086419753 ells. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

points = ells × 3,240
points = ells ÷ 0.0003086419753

Example: convert 15 ell to pt: 15 × 3,240 = 48,600 pt.

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 desktop publishing (PostScript) point is 1/72 of an inch (0.3528 mm). Font sizes such as 12 pt are measured in points.

Symbol: pt · 1 pt = 0.0003527777778 m · Category: Typography

Frequently asked questions

How many points are in a ell?

There are 3,240 points in 1 ell (ell).

How many ells are in a point?

1 point (pt) equals 0.0003086419753 ells.

How do I convert ells to points?

Multiply the length in ells by 3,240. For example, 15 ell × 3,240 = 48,600 pt.

How do I convert points to ells?

Divide the length in points by 3,240, or multiply it by 0.0003086419753. You can also use the Point to Ell converter.