Microinch to Pica Converter (µin to pc)

How to convert microinches to picas

1 microinch is equal to 0.000006 picas, and 1 pica is equal to 166,666.6667 microinches. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

picas = microinches × 0.000006
picas = microinches ÷ 166,666.6667

Example: convert 15 µin to pc: 15 × 0.000006 = 0.00009 pc.

A microinch is one millionth of an inch (25.4 nm). It's used to specify surface roughness in machining.

Symbol: µin · 1 µin = 2.54 × 10⁻⁸ m · Category: Imperial & US customary

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 microinch?

There are 0.000006 picas in 1 microinch (µin).

How many microinches are in a pica?

1 pica (pc) equals 166,666.6667 microinches.

How do I convert microinches to picas?

Multiply the length in microinches by 0.000006. For example, 15 µin × 0.000006 = 0.00009 pc.

How do I convert picas to microinches?

Divide the length in picas by 0.000006, or multiply it by 166,666.6667. You can also use the Pica to Microinch converter.