5/16 Inch to MM
Fractional inch to millimeters
5/16 inch (5/16β³)
7.9375 mm
= 0.7937 cm Β· 1 inch = 25.4 mm exactly
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Nearby fractional inches
| Fraction | mm | cm |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16β³ | 4.7625 mm | 0.4762 cm |
| 1/4β³ | 6.35 mm | 0.635 cm |
| 5/16β³ | 7.9375 mm | 0.7937 cm |
| 3/8β³ | 9.525 mm | 0.9525 cm |
| 7/16β³ | 11.1125 mm | 1.1112 cm |
FAQ
How many mm is 5/16 inch?
5/16 inch equals 7.9375 mm. Since one inch is defined as exactly 25.4 mm, the result is 25.4 Γ 5 Γ· 16.
Why is the value exact?
The international yard and pound agreement of 1959 fixed the inch at exactly 25.4 mm, so fractional inch conversions terminate rather than repeat.
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