inches to cm – Instantly convert inches to centimeters with our online calculator. Includes simple conversion formula, definitions, and a quick reference table.
About the Inches to CM Conversion
Converting inches to centimeters is often necessary when translating measurements from the Imperial system (common in the USA) to the Metric system (used globally). Use the calculator above to get precise results instantly. Below is the breakdown of how the conversion works.
Definitions
What is an Inch (in)?
An inch (symbol: in or ″) is a unit of length in the British imperial and United States customary systems. One inch is exactly 1/12th of a foot or 1/36th of a yard.
What is a Centimeter (cm)?
A centimeter (symbol: cm) is a metric unit of length equal to one-hundredth of a meter. It is the base unit of length in the CGS (centimetre-gram-second) system of units.
How to Convert Inches to Centimeters
Since 1959, the inch has been internationally defined as exactly 25.4 millimeters. Therefore, the conversion factor is fixed.
1 Inch = 2.54 Centimeters.
To convert inches to centimeters, you multiply the length value by 2.54.
Formula:Centimeters = Inches × 2.54
Example Calculation:
- Let’s say you have a length of 10 inches.
- Calculation: 10 × 2.54 = 25.4
- Result: 10 inches is equal to 25.4 centimeters.
Quick Conversion Table: Inches to CM
A reference list for common imperial lengths converted to metric.
| Inches (in) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 in | 2.54 cm |
| 5 in | 12.7 cm |
| 10 in | 25.4 cm |
| 12 in (1 foot) | 30.48 cm |
| 24 in (2 feet) | 60.96 cm |
| 36 in (1 yard) | 91.44 cm |
| 50 in | 127.0 cm |