Nanometers to Micrometers (nm to µm) Converter

A scientific calculator for the nano-scale. Instantly convert between **nanometers (nm)**, **micrometers (µm)**, **millimeters (mm)**, and **meters (m)** by entering a value in any field.

How to Convert Nanometers to Micrometers

The conversion between nanometers (nm) and micrometers (µm) is a simple factor of 1000. These units are essential in science and engineering for measuring microscopic and nanoscopic objects.

The Conversion Formula

The relationship is based on the metric prefixes "micro-" (one-millionth) and "nano-" (one-billionth).

Therefore, to convert from nanometers to micrometers, you **divide the nanometer value by 1,000**.

• Formula: µm = nm / 1000
• Example: 500 nm / 1000 = 0.5 µm

To convert from micrometers to nanometers, you **multiply the micrometer value by 1,000**.

• Formula: nm = µm × 1000
• Example: 2.5 µm × 1000 = 2500 nm

Understanding the Metric Scale

It's helpful to see the "steps" between these units. Each prefix is 1,000 times smaller than the one before it.

• 1 Meter (m) = 1,000 Millimeters (mm)
• 1 Millimeter (mm) = 1,000 Micrometers (µm)
• 1 Micrometer (µm) = 1,000 Nanometers (nm)

This is why our calculator includes all these units, allowing you to instantly see that 500 nm is 0.5 µm, 0.0005 mm, and 0.0000005 m, all at once.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the formula for nm to micrometers (µm)?

The formula is: Micrometers = Nanometers / 1000. (or µm = nm × 10⁻³).

How many nanometers are in 1 micrometer?

There are **1,000 nanometers (nm)** in 1 micrometer (µm).

Which is smaller, a nanometer or a micrometer?

A **nanometer (nm)** is 1,000 times smaller than a micrometer (µm).

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1 Micrometer (µm) = 1,000 Nanometers (nm)