PT to MM Converter
Use this free online pt to mm converter tool to convert points to millimeters. This converter bridges traditional print units (points) with precise metric measurements. Essential for detailed print design work.
To convert points to millimeters, divide by 72 to get inches, then multiply by 25.4 to get millimeters. This follows the standard conversion where 1 inch equals 72 points and 25.4 millimeters.
Conversion Formula
mm = (pt ÷ 72) × 25.4
For example, to convert 72pt to millimeters, calculate (72 ÷ 72) × 25.4 = 25.4mm. Similarly, 36pt approximately equals 12.7mm because (36 ÷ 72) × 25.4 ≈ 12.7.
PT to MM Converter Conversion Table
| PT | MM |
|---|---|
| 6pt | 2.117mm |
| 8pt | 2.822mm |
| 9pt | 3.175mm |
| 10pt | 3.528mm |
| 11pt | 3.881mm |
| 12pt | 4.233mm |
| 14pt | 4.939mm |
| 16pt | 5.644mm |
| 18pt | 6.35mm |
| 20pt | 7.056mm |
| 24pt | 8.467mm |
| 28pt | 9.878mm |
| 32pt | 11.29mm |
| 36pt | 12.7mm |
| 48pt | 16.93mm |
| 60pt | 21.17mm |
| 72pt | 25.4mm |
What is PT?
Points (pt) are an absolute CSS unit traditionally used in print design, where 1pt equals 1/72nd of an inch. In web contexts, points are often converted at a 3:4 ratio with pixels (3pt = 4px). While less common in modern web design, points remain relevant for print stylesheets and PDF generation.
What is MM?
Millimeters (mm) are an absolute CSS unit representing physical millimeters, primarily used for precise print measurements. In web contexts, 1mm equals approximately 3.78 pixels. Millimeters are most useful in print stylesheets and international design contexts where metric precision is required.