mm³ to cm³ Conversion Calculator
Click on the following link if you want to convert cubic centimeters to cubic millimeters – cm³ to mm³
History
The metric system, developed in France at the end of the 18th century, was built on a simple decimal structure making conversions between its units fast and logical.
Both the cubic millimeter (mm³) and cubic centimeter (cm³) are metric volume units based on the meter.
One cubic centimeter represents a cube measuring 1 cm × 1 cm × 1 cm, while a cubic millimeter represents a smaller cube of 1 mm × 1 mm × 1 mm.
Since 1 cm = 10 mm, a cubic centimeter equals 1,000 cubic millimeters.
Common Usage
- Cubic millimeters (mm³) are used for tiny volumes, such as drops of liquid, small parts, or scientific measurements.
- Cubic centimeters (cm³) are used for larger small volumes, like engine capacity (e.g., 1,600 cm³) or laboratory measurements.
For example, a drop of water (about 0.05 cm³) equals 50 mm³.
Cubic Millimeters to Cubic Centimeters Conversion
Since 1 cm = 10 mm, then:
1 cm³ = 10 × 10 × 10 = 1,000 mm³
To convert mm³ to cm³, divide by 1,000.
cm³ = mm³ ÷ 1,000
Example:
Convert 5,000 mm³ to cm³.
5,000 ÷ 1,000 = 5 cm³
So, 5,000 cubic millimeters equal 5 cubic centimeters.
Conversion Table
| Cubic Millimeters (mm³) | Cubic Centimeters (cm³) |
|---|---|
| 100 mm³ | 0.1 cm³ |
| 500 mm³ | 0.5 cm³ |
| 1,000 mm³ | 1 cm³ |
| 2,000 mm³ | 2 cm³ |
| 5,000 mm³ | 5 cm³ |
| 10,000 mm³ | 10 cm³ |
| 20,000 mm³ | 20 cm³ |
| 50,000 mm³ | 50 cm³ |
| 100,000 mm³ | 100 cm³ |
| 500,000 mm³ | 500 cm³ |
Interesting Facts
- 1 cubic centimeter (1 cm³) equals exactly 1 milliliter (1 mL) – a direct link between volume and liquid measurement.
- The engine capacity of cars is often shown in cm³; for instance, a “1600 cc” engine has 1.6 liters, or 1,600 cm³.
- A sugar cube is roughly 1 cm³ in volume – that’s 1,000 mm³.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many cubic millimeters are in one cubic centimeter?
Exactly 1,000 mm³.
2. How do I convert mm³ to cm³ quickly?
Divide the number of mm³ by 1,000.
3. What’s larger, 1 cm³ or 1 mm³?
1 cm³ is much larger: it’s 1,000 times bigger.
4. Is cm³ the same as milliliter?
Yes, 1 cm³ = 1 mL.
5. Where are these units used?
In science, medicine, and engineering, especially for fluids, small objects, and engines.
