How to use this Pica to Nautical Miles (UK) Converter π€
Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Pica to the units of Nautical Miles (UK).
Enter the input Pica value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Pica into Nautical Miles (UK) in realtime β using the conversion formula, and displays under the Nautical Miles (UK) label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Nautical Miles (UK) value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Nautical Miles (UK) value using the Copy button.
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You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.
What is the Formula to convert Pica to Nautical Miles (UK)?
The formula to convert given length from Pica to Nautical Miles (UK) is:
Length(Nautical Miles (UK)) = Length(Pica) / 437760.0201478174
Substitute the given value of length in pica, i.e., Length(Pica) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the length in nautical miles (uk), i.e., Length(Nautical Miles (UK)).
Calculation
Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.
Examples
1
Consider that a print layout uses 12 picas for the width of a column. Convert this width from picas to Nautical Miles (UK).
Answer:
Given:
The length in pica is:
Length(Pica) = 12
Formula:
The formula to convert length from pica to nautical miles (uk) is:
Length(Nautical Miles (UK)) = Length(Pica) / 437760.0201478174
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Length(Pica) = 12 in the above formula.
Length(Nautical Miles (UK)) = 12 / 437760.0201478174
Length(Nautical Miles (UK)) = 0.0000274122794401
Final Answer:
Therefore, 12 pica is equal to 0.0000274122794401 NM (UK).
The length is 0.0000274122794401 NM (UK), in nautical miles (uk).
2
Consider that a typesetter measures a line of text to be 6 picas long. Convert this length from picas to Nautical Miles (UK).
Answer:
Given:
The length in pica is:
Length(Pica) = 6
Formula:
The formula to convert length from pica to nautical miles (uk) is:
Length(Nautical Miles (UK)) = Length(Pica) / 437760.0201478174
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Length(Pica) = 6 in the above formula.
Length(Nautical Miles (UK)) = 6 / 437760.0201478174
Length(Nautical Miles (UK)) = 0.0000137061397201
Final Answer:
Therefore, 6 pica is equal to 0.0000137061397201 NM (UK).
The length is 0.0000137061397201 NM (UK), in nautical miles (uk).
Pica to Nautical Miles (UK) Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Pica to Nautical Miles (UK).
Pica (pica)
Nautical Miles (UK) (NM (UK))
0 pica
0 NM (UK)
1 pica
0.00000228436NM (UK)
2 pica
0.00000456871NM (UK)
3 pica
0.00000685307NM (UK)
4 pica
0.00000913743NM (UK)
5 pica
0.00001142178NM (UK)
6 pica
0.00001370614NM (UK)
7 pica
0.0000159905NM (UK)
8 pica
0.00001827485NM (UK)
9 pica
0.00002055921NM (UK)
10 pica
0.00002284357NM (UK)
20 pica
0.00004568713NM (UK)
50 pica
0.00011421783NM (UK)
100 pica
0.00022843566NM (UK)
1000 pica
0.00228435662NM (UK)
10000 pica
0.0228435662NM (UK)
100000 pica
0.2284NM (UK)
Pica
A pica is a unit of length used primarily in typography and printing. One pica is equivalent to 1/6 of an inch or approximately 4.233 millimeters.
The pica is defined as 12 points, with one point being 1/72 of an inch. It is used to measure the size of type, line length, and spacing in printed materials.
Picas are commonly used in the printing and graphic design industries to ensure consistency in text layout and design. The unit provides a standard measurement for various typographic and layout tasks.
Nautical Miles (UK)
A nautical mile (UK) is a unit of length used in maritime and aviation contexts. One nautical mile is equivalent to 1,852 meters or approximately 1.15078 miles.
The nautical mile is defined based on the Earth's circumference and is equal to one minute of latitude.
Nautical miles are used worldwide for navigation at sea and in the air. They are particularly important for charting courses and distances in maritime and aviation industries, ensuring consistency and accuracy in navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Pica to Nautical Miles (UK) in Length?
The formula to convert Pica to Nautical Miles (UK) in Length is:
Pica / 437760.0201478174
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Length conversion tool, which converts Pica to Nautical Miles (UK), is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Length from Pica to Nautical Miles (UK)?
To convert Length from Pica to Nautical Miles (UK), you can use the following formula:
Pica / 437760.0201478174
For example, if you have a value in Pica, you substitute that value in place of Pica in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Nautical Miles (UK).