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Nanometer to Micrometer Converter
Use this page to convert nanometer values into micrometer, with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 nm = 0.001 um
1 um = 1,000 nm
Example: 15 nm = 0.015 um
Nanometer
A nanometer is one billionth of a meter.
History: Nanometers became widely used as science and manufacturing began describing atomic-scale structures.
Current use: Nanometers are common in wavelengths, chip manufacturing, nanotechnology, and molecular measurements.
Also written as nm, nanometers, nanometre, nanometres.
Micrometer
A micrometer is one millionth of a meter.
History: Micrometers became practical with precision optics, microscopy, and industrial measurement.
Current use: Micrometers are used in biology, materials science, machining tolerances, and semiconductor work.
Also written as um, micrometers, micrometre, micrometres, micron, microns.
Nanometer to Micrometer table
| Nanometer [nm] | Micrometer [um] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 nm | 0.00001 um |
| 0.1 nm | 0.0001 um |
| 1 nm | 0.001 um |
| 2 nm | 0.002 um |
| 5 nm | 0.005 um |
| 10 nm | 0.01 um |
| 20 nm | 0.02 um |
| 50 nm | 0.05 um |
| 100 nm | 0.1 um |
Frequently asked questions
How many Micrometer (um) are in one Nanometer (nm)?
One Nanometer equals 0.001 Micrometer.
How do you convert Nanometer to Micrometer?
Multiply the Nanometer value by 0.001 to get the result in Micrometer.
How do you convert Micrometer back to Nanometer?
Multiply the Micrometer value by 1,000 to get back to Nanometer.
What is 15 Nanometer in Micrometer?
15 Nanometer equals 0.015 Micrometer.