How do I convert nm to µm?

Use the formula shown above or enter a value to see nm converted to µm instantly.

What is the formula for nm to µm?

The converter calculates µm by applying the category-specific conversion factor for Length.

When should I use nm vs µm?

nm and µm are both part of the Length category; pick the unit that matches your measurement context (e.g., scale, region, or industry standard).

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Convert nm to µm

Use the live converter below to translate between Nanometer (nm) and Micrometer (µm). Scroll further for quick examples, formula tips, and related units.

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nm → µm

Nanometer

Micrometer

0.001

µm

Rounded result (4 decimals max)

Formula

1 nm = 0.001 µm

Conversion sourcesTap or click to view references

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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nm to µm quick table

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Nanometer (nm)	Micrometer (µm)
0.25 nm	0.0003 µm
0.5 nm	0.0005 µm
1 nm	0.001 µm
2 nm	0.002 µm
5 nm	0.005 µm
10 nm	0.01 µm
25 nm	0.025 µm
100 nm	0.1 µm

µm back to nm

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Micrometer (µm)	Nanometer (nm)
0.25 µm	250 nm
0.5 µm	500 nm
1 µm	1,000 nm
2 µm	2,000 nm
5 µm	5,000 nm
10 µm	10,000 nm
25 µm	25,000 nm
100 µm	100,000 nm

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