Convert pica to micron
Please provide values below to convert pica [pica] to micron [µ], or Convert micron to pica.
How to Convert Pica to Micron
1 pica = 4233.3333 µ
Example: convert 15 pica to µ:
15 pica = 15 × 4233.3333 µ = 63499.9995 µ
Pica to Micron Conversion Table
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Pica
A pica is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/6 of an inch.
History/Origin
The pica originated around the mid-18th century. It is a fundamental unit in the point system of typography.
Current Use
The pica is still used in graphic design and printing to measure the width of lines of type and the dimensions of pages.
Micron
A micron is a non-SI name for micrometer (µm), which 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 are now discouraged.
Current Use
While the term micrometer is the officially recognized term, "micron" is still used in some industries and in casual speech.