Inch to CM Converter
Convert inches to centimeters and centimeters to inches instantly. 1 inch = 2.54 cm.
Convert Inches ↔ Centimeters
Inch to CM Conversion Table
| Inches | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2.54 |
| 2 | 5.08 |
| 3 | 7.62 |
| 4 | 10.16 |
| 5 | 12.70 |
| 6 | 15.24 |
| 7 | 17.78 |
| 8 | 20.32 |
| 9 | 22.86 |
| 10 | 25.40 |
| 12 | 30.48 |
| 15 | 38.10 |
| 18 | 45.72 |
| 20 | 50.80 |
| 24 | 60.96 |
| 30 | 76.20 |
| 36 | 91.44 |
| 48 | 121.92 |
| 60 | 152.40 |
| 72 | 182.88 |
How to Convert Inches to CM
The formula is simple: cm = inches × 2.54. The inch-to-centimeter conversion factor is based on the international standard where 1 inch equals exactly 25.4 millimeters.
Looking for more tools? Try our CM to Feet converter or Meter to Feet converter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cm in 1 inch?
1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. This is the internationally accepted conversion factor.
How to convert inches to cm?
Multiply the number of inches by 2.54 to get the equivalent in centimeters. For example, 5 inches = 5 × 2.54 = 12.7 cm.
How to convert cm to inches?
Divide the number of centimeters by 2.54 to get the equivalent in inches. For example, 10 cm = 10 ÷ 2.54 = 3.937 inches.
Is 1 inch exactly 2.54 cm?
Yes, since 1959 the international inch has been defined as exactly 25.4 millimeters (2.54 cm).
What is 6 inches in cm?
6 inches equals 15.24 cm (6 × 2.54 = 15.24).
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