5mm Plywood to Inches — Conversion & Specifications
5mm plywood equals 0.1969 inches (approximately 3/16"). In US lumber trade terminology, 5mm plywood is sold as 3/16" plywood. Common applications include underlayment, cabinet backing, drawer bottoms.
5mm Plywood Quick Reference
| Metric Thickness | 5 mm |
| Exact Inches | 0.1969" |
| Nearest Fraction | 3/16" |
| US Trade Name | 3/16" |
| 32nds of an Inch | 6/32" |
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▶What is 5mm plywood in inches?
5mm plywood is exactly 0.1969 inches. The nearest fractional inch is 3/16", and in US lumber yards it is typically sold as 3/16" plywood.
▶Is 5mm the same as 3/16" plywood?
3/16" is the US trade name for 5mm plywood. While 3/16" is the nominal size, the actual measured thickness is 0.1969 inches (5mm). Import plywood from Vietnam is manufactured to exact metric dimensions.
▶What is 5mm plywood used for?
5mm (3/16") plywood is commonly used for underlayment, cabinet backing, drawer bottoms.
▶How thick is 5mm plywood in 32nds of an inch?
5mm plywood is approximately 6/32 of an inch (3/16"). For precision woodworking, the exact measurement is 0.1969 inches.