5.2mm Plywood to Inches — Conversion & Specifications
5.2mm plywood equals 0.2047 inches (approximately 13/64"). In US lumber trade terminology, 5.2mm plywood is sold as 3/16" plywood. Common applications include oversized 3/16".
5.2mm Plywood Quick Reference
| Metric Thickness | 5.2 mm |
| Exact Inches | 0.2047" |
| Nearest Fraction | 13/64" |
| US Trade Name | 3/16" |
| 32nds of an Inch | 7/32" |
| Common Uses | Oversized 3/16" |
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▶What is 5.2mm plywood in inches?
5.2mm plywood is exactly 0.2047 inches. The nearest fractional inch is 13/64", and in US lumber yards it is typically sold as 3/16" plywood.
▶Is 5.2mm the same as 3/16" plywood?
3/16" is the US trade name for 5.2mm plywood. While 3/16" is the nominal size, the actual measured thickness is 0.2047 inches (5.2mm). Import plywood from Vietnam is manufactured to exact metric dimensions.
▶What is 5.2mm plywood used for?
5.2mm (3/16") plywood is commonly used for underlayment, cabinet backing, drawer bottoms. Oversized 3/16".
▶How thick is 5.2mm plywood in 32nds of an inch?
5.2mm plywood is approximately 7/32 of an inch (13/64"). For precision woodworking, the exact measurement is 0.2047 inches.