Convert feet to millimeters

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Feet

The foot is a unit of length in the imperial system equal to 12 inches.

Millimeters

The millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one thousandth of a meter.

Formula

To convert from feet to millimeters, multiply the length by 304.8.

feet (ft)

Description

The foot is a unit of length in the imperial system equal to 12 inches.

History

Based on the length of a human foot. The current standardization stems from an agreement in 1959.

Symbol Origin

From the body part 'foot'.

Usage Context

Used for human height, building elevations, and aviation altitudes.

Main Usage

United States United Kingdom Canada

Did you know?

In aviation, altitude is almost universally measured in feet, even in countries that use the metric system.

millimeters (mm)

Description

The millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one thousandth of a meter.

History

Defined in 1795 as part of the metric system numbering, based on one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole.

Symbol Origin

Derived from 'milli' (thousandth) and 'meter'.

Usage Context

Commonly used in engineering, manufacturing, and for measuring small objects like rain, screws, or paper thickness.

Main Usage

International use

Did you know?

A standard credit card is about 0.76 mm thick.

Quick Conversion Table

feet (ft) millimeters (mm)
1 304.8
2 609.6
5 1524
10 3048
25 7620
50 15240
100 30480
500 152400
1000 304800
2500 762000
5000 1,524,000
10000 3,048,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How to convert feet to millimeters?

To convert from feet to millimeters, multiply the length by 304.8.

How many millimeters in 1 feet?

1 feet is equal to 304.8 millimeters.

What is a feet?

The foot is a unit of length in the imperial system equal to 12 inches.

What is a millimeters?

The millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one thousandth of a meter.