Convert in² to cm²
Use the live converter below to translate between Square Inch (in²) and Square Centimeter (cm²). Scroll further for quick examples, formula tips, and related units.
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in² → cm²
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1 in² = 6.4516 cm²
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The International System of Units (SI) — NIST Special Publication 330
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The SI Brochure (SP 330) is the definitive English edition of the BIPM SI tables. NIST’s edition lists the official constants and conversion factors tying inch-pound units to SI, which SwapUnits applies for length, mass, temperature, pressure, volume, and related conversions. See /standards/nist-si-tenfold for the complete decimal multiple/submultiple table. View source · View SI table
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in² to cm² quick table
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| Square Inch (in²) | Square Centimeter (cm²) |
|---|---|
| 0.25 in² | 1.6129 cm² |
| 0.5 in² | 3.2258 cm² |
| 1 in² | 6.4516 cm² |
| 2 in² | 12.9032 cm² |
| 5 in² | 32.258 cm² |
| 10 in² | 64.516 cm² |
| 25 in² | 161.29 cm² |
| 100 in² | 645.16 cm² |
cm² back to in²
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| Square Centimeter (cm²) | Square Inch (in²) |
|---|---|
| 0.25 cm² | 0.0388 in² |
| 0.5 cm² | 0.0775 in² |
| 1 cm² | 0.155 in² |
| 2 cm² | 0.31 in² |
| 5 cm² | 0.775 in² |
| 10 cm² | 1.55 in² |
| 25 cm² | 3.875 in² |
| 100 cm² | 15.5 in² |
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