Mil to Pica Converter (mil to pc)

How to convert mils to picas

1 mil is equal to 0.006 picas, and 1 pica is equal to 166.6666667 mils. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

picas = mils × 0.006
picas = mils ÷ 166.6666667

Example: convert 15 mil to pc: 15 × 0.006 = 0.09 pc.

The mil (or thou) is one thousandth of an inch (25.4 µm). It's used for wire diameters, plastic sheet thickness and circuit board tracks.

Symbol: mil · 1 mil = 0.0000254 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 mil?

There are 0.006 picas in 1 mil (mil).

How many mils are in a pica?

1 pica (pc) equals 166.6666667 mils.

How do I convert mils to picas?

Multiply the length in mils by 0.006. For example, 15 mil × 0.006 = 0.09 pc.

How do I convert picas to mils?

Divide the length in picas by 0.006, or multiply it by 166.6666667. You can also use the Pica to Mil converter.