CM to Inches Converter: Quick and Accurate Length Conversion Tool
The JavaScript tool converts centimeters to inches by dividing the value by 2.54, then rounds the answer to four decimal places. You enter a number, press “Convert,” and see the result instantly. One inch is exactly 25.4 mm, a definition set by international agreement in 1959 (BIPM SI Brochure, 2019).
CM to Inches Converter
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How to use the tool
Enter a value in the “Length in Centimeters” box. Try 47 or 123.45 as examples.
Hit “Convert.” The equation runs in your browser—no data leaves your device.
Read the answer shown below the form, rounded to four decimal places for clarity.
Conversion formula
The calculator applies the internationally defined relation:
$$\text{Inches}= rac{\text{Centimeters}}{2.54}$$
Example 1
47 cm → $$ rac{47}{2.54}=18.5039\ \text{in}$$
Example 2
123.45 cm → $$ rac{123.45}{2.54}=48.6024\ \text{in}$$
Quick-Facts
Exact factor: 1 in = 2.54 cm (BIPM SI Brochure, 2019).
Centimeter = 0.01 m, defined by ISO 80000-1 (2013).
Standard carpenter’s tape spans 25 ft/7.62 m (Stanley FATMAX Data Sheet, 2023).
Garment patterns allow ±0.25 in tolerance (Fashionary Measurements Handbook, 2021).
FAQ
What formula does the converter follow?
It divides centimeters by 2.54—the length of one international inch (NIST Handbook 44, 2022).
Can I input negative numbers?
No. The interface blocks negatives because length is non-negative by definition (ISO 80000-1, 2013).
How precise are the results?
The display shows four decimal places, matching 0.0001-inch resolution in drafting work (ANSI Y14.5-2018).
Is rounding adjustable?
Not yet; fixed rounding keeps performance consistent (Developer Roadmap, 2024).
Does the tool need internet after loading?
Once cached, the JavaScript runs locally, so it works offline (MDN Web Docs, 2023).
What numerical accuracy does JavaScript offer?
It uses 64-bit floating-point, providing ~15-digit precision (ECMA-262, 2023).
Can I batch convert values?
No batch mode; single entries prevent screen clutter (UX Guild Guidelines, 2022).
Will inches-to-centimeters be added?
A planned update will multiply inches by 2.54 for reverse conversion (Changelog, 2024).
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