4mm Plywood to Inches — Conversion & Specifications
4mm plywood equals 0.1575 inches (approximately 5/32"). In US lumber trade terminology, 4mm plywood is sold as 5/32" plywood. Common applications include underlayment, cabinet backing, drawer bottoms.
4mm Plywood Quick Reference
| Metric Thickness | 4 mm |
| Exact Inches | 0.1575" |
| Nearest Fraction | 5/32" |
| US Trade Name | 5/32" |
| 32nds of an Inch | 5/32" |
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▶What is 4mm plywood in inches?
4mm plywood is exactly 0.1575 inches. The nearest fractional inch is 5/32", and in US lumber yards it is typically sold as 5/32" plywood.
▶Is 4mm the same as 5/32" plywood?
5/32" is the US trade name for 4mm plywood. While 5/32" is the nominal size, the actual measured thickness is 0.1575 inches (4mm). Import plywood from Vietnam is manufactured to exact metric dimensions.
▶What is 4mm plywood used for?
4mm (5/32") plywood is commonly used for underlayment, cabinet backing, drawer bottoms.
▶How thick is 4mm plywood in 32nds of an inch?
4mm plywood is approximately 5/32 of an inch (5/32"). For precision woodworking, the exact measurement is 0.1575 inches.
