8mm Plywood to Inches — Conversion & Specifications
8mm plywood equals 0.3150 inches (approximately 5/16"). In US lumber trade terminology, 8mm plywood is sold as 5/16" plywood. Common applications include wall sheathing, roof decking, light shelving.
8mm Plywood Quick Reference
| Metric Thickness | 8 mm |
| Exact Inches | 0.3150" |
| Nearest Fraction | 5/16" |
| US Trade Name | 5/16" |
| 32nds of an Inch | 10/32" |
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▶What is 8mm plywood in inches?
8mm plywood is exactly 0.3150 inches. The nearest fractional inch is 5/16", and in US lumber yards it is typically sold as 5/16" plywood.
▶Is 8mm the same as 5/16" plywood?
5/16" is the US trade name for 8mm plywood. While 5/16" is the nominal size, the actual measured thickness is 0.3150 inches (8mm). Import plywood from Vietnam is manufactured to exact metric dimensions.
▶What is 8mm plywood used for?
8mm (5/16") plywood is commonly used for wall sheathing, roof decking, light shelving.
▶How thick is 8mm plywood in 32nds of an inch?
8mm plywood is approximately 10/32 of an inch (5/16"). For precision woodworking, the exact measurement is 0.3150 inches.