Square Millimeter to Square Centimeter Converter
Convert Square Millimeters to Square Centimeters
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Square Millimeters to Square Centimeters
To convert from square millimeters (mm²) to square centimeters (cm²), you divide the area in square millimeters by 100. For more information about square millimeters as a unit of measurement, visit our square millimeters page.
Formula
Square Centimeters = Square Millimeters / 100
or
cm² = mm² / 100
Step-by-step process
- Take the area in square millimeters.
- Divide it by 100.
- The result is the equivalent area in square centimeters.
Examples
- 10 mm² = 10 / 100 = 0.1 cm²
- 50 mm² = 50 / 100 = 0.5 cm²
- 100 mm² = 100 / 100 = 1 cm²
- 500 mm² = 500 / 100 = 5 cm²
When to Convert Square Millimeters to Square Centimeters
This conversion is useful when working with designs or plans that use metric units, but need to be implemented or understood in a different scale.
Manufacturing
In manufacturing, the dimensions of small parts are often measured in millimeters, making square millimeters a useful unit for area.
Design and Art
Artists and designers often work with smaller dimensions where square centimeters are a more practical unit of measurement.
Common Square Millimeters to Square Centimeters Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Square Millimeters (mm²) | Square Centimeters (cm²) | Square Millimeters (mm²) | Square Centimeters (cm²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0.1 | 1000 | 10 |
| 20 | 0.2 | 2000 | 20 |
| 50 | 0.5 | 5000 | 50 |
| 100 | 1 | 10000 | 100 |
| 200 | 2 | 20000 | 200 |
| 500 | 5 | 50000 | 500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square centimeters are in a square millimeter?
There are 0.01 square centimeters in a square millimeter.
How do I convert square centimeters to square millimeters?
To convert from square centimeters to square millimeters, you multiply the area in square centimeters by 100. For example, 5 cm² is equal to 5 * 100 = 500 mm².