Convert fathom to mil
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to mil [mil, thou], or Convert mil to fathom.
1 fath = 72000 mil, thou. To convert fathom to mil, multiply the value by 72000; to go the other way, divide by it (1 mil, thou = 1.38888888889e-05 fath). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 fath = 72000 mil, thou
- 1 mil, thou = 1.38888888889e-05 fath
- 10 fath = 720000 mil, thou
- 100 fath = 7200000 mil, thou
How to Convert Fathom to Mil
1 fath = 72000 mil, thou
Example: convert 15 fath to mil, thou:
15 fath = 15 × 72000 mil, thou = 1080000 mil, thou
Fathom to Mil Conversion Table
| fathom | mil |
|---|---|
| 1 fath | 72000 mil, thou |
| 2 fath | 144000 mil, thou |
| 3 fath | 216000 mil, thou |
| 5 fath | 360000 mil, thou |
| 10 fath | 720000 mil, thou |
| 20 fath | 1440000 mil, thou |
| 50 fath | 3600000 mil, thou |
| 100 fath | 7200000 mil, thou |
| 500 fath | 36000000 mil, thou |
| 1000 fath | 72000000 mil, thou |
Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.
Mil
A mil, also known as a thou, is a unit of length equal to one-thousandth of an inch.
History/Origin
The mil was introduced in the 19th century as a convenient unit for fine measurements in engineering and manufacturing.
Current Use
The mil is still used in some manufacturing and engineering contexts, particularly in the United States, for specifying the thickness of materials like paper and wire.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 fathom in mil?
1 fathom (fath) = 72000 mil (mil, thou).
How do you convert fathom to mil?
Multiply the fathom value by 72000. For example, 25 fath × 72000 = 1800000 mil, thou.
What is 10 fathom in mil?
10 fath = 720000 mil, thou.
Which unit is larger, the fathom or the mil?
The fathom is the larger unit: 1 fath = 72000 mil, thou.