Convert micrometer to nanometer
Please provide values below to convert micrometer [µm] to nanometer [nm], or Convert nanometer to micrometer.
1 µm = 1000 nm. To convert micrometer to nanometer, multiply the value by 1000; to go the other way, divide by it (1 nm = 0.001 µm). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 µm = 1000 nm
- 1 nm = 0.001 µm
- 10 µm = 10000 nm
- 100 µm = 100000 nm
How to Convert Micrometer to Nanometer
1 µm = 1000 nm
Example: convert 15 µm to nm:
15 µm = 15 × 1000 nm = 15000 nm
Micrometer to Nanometer Conversion Table
| micrometer | nanometer |
|---|---|
| 1 µm | 1000 nm |
| 2 µm | 2000 nm |
| 3 µm | 3000 nm |
| 5 µm | 5000 nm |
| 10 µm | 10000 nm |
| 20 µm | 20000 nm |
| 50 µm | 50000 nm |
| 100 µm | 100000 nm |
| 500 µm | 500000 nm |
| 1000 µm | 1000000 nm |
Micrometer
A micrometer, also known as a micron, is a unit of length equal to one-millionth of a meter.
History/Origin
The term "micron" and the symbol µ were officially declared obsolete by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) in 1967, and "micrometer" became the official term.
Current Use
The micrometer is a common unit for measuring the wavelength of infrared radiation, as well as the size of biological cells and bacteria. It is also widely used in technology and engineering.
Nanometer
A nanometer is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one billionth of a meter.
History/Origin
The term “nanometer” gained prominence in the late 20th century with the advent of nanotechnology and the development of microscopes capable of observing objects at that scale.
Current Use
The nanometer is commonly used to express dimensions on an atomic and molecular scale. It is used to specify the wavelength of electromagnetic radiation near the visible part of the spectrum and in the field of nanotechnology.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 micrometer in nanometer?
1 micrometer (µm) = 1000 nanometer (nm).
How do you convert micrometer to nanometer?
Multiply the micrometer value by 1000. For example, 25 µm × 1000 = 25000 nm.
What is 10 micrometer in nanometer?
10 µm = 10000 nm.
Which unit is larger, the micrometer or the nanometer?
The micrometer is the larger unit: 1 µm = 1000 nm.