Point to Microinch Converter (pt to µin)

How to convert points to microinches

1 point is equal to 13,888.88889 microinches, and 1 microinch is equal to 0.000072 points. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

microinches = points × 13,888.88889
microinches = points ÷ 0.000072

Example: convert 15 pt to µin: 15 × 13,888.88889 = 208,333.3333 µin.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

How many microinches are in a point?

There are 13,888.88889 microinches in 1 point (pt).

How many points are in a microinch?

1 microinch (µin) equals 0.000072 points.

How do I convert points to microinches?

Multiply the length in points by 13,888.88889. For example, 15 pt × 13,888.88889 = 208,333.3333 µin.

How do I convert microinches to points?

Divide the length in microinches by 13,888.88889, or multiply it by 0.000072. You can also use the Microinch to Point converter.