Square Centimeter to Square Inch converter


How to convert sq cm to sq in?

To convert an area from square centimeters (cm2) to square inches (in2), you can use the following conversion factor:

  • 1 square centimeter ≈ 0.155 square inches
sq cm to sq in

Formula: sq cm to sq in

Example calculation

If you have an area of 50 square centimeters

  • Area sq in = Area sq cm × 0.155
  • Area sq in = 50 cm2 × 0.155
  • Area sq in = 7.75 in2

Therefore, 50 square centimeters is approximately 7.75 square inches.

Alternative method

Alternatively, since 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters, you can convert square centimeters to square inches by dividing the area in square centimeters by 6.4516.

Using this method for the same example:

  • Area sq in = Area sq cm : 6.4516
  • Area sq in = 50 cm2 : 6.4516
  • Area sq in = 7.75 in2

Both methods will yield the same result.

About square centimeter

A square centimeter (cm²) is a unit of area in the metric system, defined as the area of a square with sides measuring one centimeter each. It is commonly used to measure small surfaces, such as those found in drawings or small objects. For instance, an A4 sheet of paper measures 29.7 cm by 21 cm, resulting in an area of 623.7 cm².

In terms of conversions, one square centimeter is approximately equal to 0.155 square inches, making it a practical unit for various applications in science, engineering, and everyday measurements.

About square inch

A square inch (in²) is a unit of area measurement in the Imperial and U.S. customary systems, defined as the area of a square with sides measuring exactly one inch each. This unit is commonly used in the United States and the United Kingdom to quantify smaller surface areas in various fields, including construction, manufacturing, and engineering. For instance, in construction, square inches are used to measure components like tiles or fixtures, while in engineering, pressure is often measured in pounds per square inch (psi). In terms of conversion, one square inch is approximately equal to 6.4516 square centimeters.

Dimensions of Square centimeter

Unit 1 Square centimeter
Square Feet 0,001076 sq ft
Square Meters 0,0001 sqm
Square Yards 0,00012 sq yd
Square Inch 0,155 sq in
Square Decimeters 100 sq mm

Popular sq cm to sq in conversions

Square Centimeter Square Inch
1 sq cm0,155 sq in
2 sq cm0,310001 sq in
3 sq cm0,465001 sq in
4 sq cm0,620001 sq in
5 sq cm0,775002 sq in
6 sq cm0,930002 sq in
7 sq cm1,085002 sq in
8 sq cm1,240002 sq in
9 sq cm1,395003 sq in
10 sq cm1,550003 sq in
50 sq cm7,750016 sq in
100 sq cm15,500031 sq in
300 sq cm46,500093 sq in
1000 sq cm155,00031 sq in
1500 sq cm232,500465 sq in
10000 sq cm1550,0031 sq in