Microns ↔ Nanometers Converter
Convert between microns and nanometers instantly
📚 Microns ↔ Nanometers Conversion Details
Microns to Nanometers Formula
To convert microns to nanometers, multiply the microns by 1,000.
Nanometers to Microns Formula
To convert nanometers to microns, divide the nanometers by 1,000.
Bidirectional Conversion
This converter works both ways simultaneously:
- Type in microns → nanometers updates automatically
- Type in nanometers → microns updates automatically
- No buttons to click - works as you type
Common Uses
- Microscopy and imaging
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- Biology and cell measurements
- Nanotechnology research
📏 How This Converter Works
This is a bidirectional converter that works in real-time:
- Microns → Nanometers: When you type in the microns field, the nanometers field automatically updates
- Nanometers → Microns: When you type in the nanometers field, the microns field automatically updates
- No swapping needed: Both conversions happen simultaneously
- Real-time: Updates happen as you type, no button clicks required
nanometers = microns × 1000
microns = nanometers ÷ 1000
// Example 1: Type "2.5" in microns
nanometers = 2.5 × 1000 = 2,500 nm
// Example 2: Type "750" in nanometers
microns = 750 ÷ 1000 = 0.75 µm
📊 Conversion Table
| Microns (µm) | Nanometers (nm) | Millimeters (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.1 µm | 100 nm | 0.0001 mm |
| 0.5 µm | 500 nm | 0.0005 mm |
| 1 µm | 1,000 nm | 0.001 mm |
| 2 µm | 2,000 nm | 0.002 mm |
| 5 µm | 5,000 nm | 0.005 mm |
| 10 µm | 10,000 nm | 0.01 mm |
📐 Understanding the Units
A micron (also called a micrometer) is one-millionth of a meter (1 µm = 10⁻⁶ m). It's commonly used in microscopy, manufacturing, and biology to measure very small objects like cells, bacteria, and dust particles.
A nanometer is one-billionth of a meter (1 nm = 10⁻⁹ m). It's used in nanotechnology, semiconductor manufacturing, and to measure atomic-scale structures and wavelengths of light.
1 micron = 1,000 nanometers
1 nanometer = 0.001 microns
1 micron = 0.001 millimeters
1 millimeter = 1,000 microns
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
A: There are exactly 1,000 nanometers in one micron.
A: Both input fields work simultaneously. When you change the microns value, nanometers updates automatically. When you change the nanometers value, microns updates automatically. No swap button needed.
A: No! The conversion happens automatically as you type in either field.
A: This converter provides exact calculations up to 6 decimal places for precision measurements.