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Old 05-14-2006, 07:14 PM
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What's a good resource for converting small fractions (32nds/64ths) to metric?

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I figure there must be something straightforward either here on TB or somewhere. I'm not all that interested in becoming a convert to metric-speak, but I'd like to have the capability. I'm planning on buying a small metric rule soon to be a companion to my 6" for setting action, string spacing, etc. Thanks for any help.
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Old 05-14-2006, 07:23 PM
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Use a calculator. (Maybe even the one on your computer.) In your example: 23/64. Divide 23 by 64 and multiply the result by 25.4.
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Old 05-14-2006, 07:25 PM
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just a few strokes on the calculator
say for example 5/32"
enter 5
divide by 32
multiply by 25.4
= result in milimetres 3.96875mm
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Old 05-14-2006, 07:43 PM
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Just punch in "32/64 inches" and bam. 1.27 cm
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Old 05-14-2006, 11:04 PM
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Stew Mac sells a String Action Guage w/all the necessary conversions on the back.
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Old 05-15-2006, 06:30 AM
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How about this?? It's basically a tap and drill chart, this one has MM on it also. Most of the machine tool suppliers have wall size and pocket size ones.

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Thanks a bunch, you guys! I knew you'd come through for me!
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