32mm (~1:48) Calculator & Conversion Chart
Modern miniature size · 2.08% of real size
Modern miniature lines have crept from 28mm up to 32mm — roughly 1:48 — for extra sculpting detail. When 3D printing STLs sold as "32mm," scale to about 2.08% of life size, and check whether the sculptor measured to the eyes or the top of the head.
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32mm (~1:48) Quick Facts
- 1 real foot = 0.25″ (6.35 mm) on the model
- 1 real meter = 20.83 mm on the model
- A 6 ft (183 cm) person = 38.1 mm (1.5″) tall
- Model is 2.08% of real size — use this as the scale percentage in 3D-print slicers
32mm (~1:48) Reference Chart
| Real Size | mm | cm | inches |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 inch | 0.529 mm | 0.053 cm | 0.021″ |
| 1 foot | 6.4 mm | 0.635 cm | 0.25″ |
| 6 ft (person) | 38.1 mm | 3.81 cm | 1.5″ |
| 1 meter | 20.8 mm | 2.08 cm | 0.82″ |
| 3 m (room height) | 62.5 mm | 6.25 cm | 2.461″ |
| 10 meters | 208.3 mm | 20.83 cm | 8.202″ |
| 30 m (building) | 625 mm | 62.5 cm | 24.606″ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 32mm (~1:48) scale in mm, cm, and inches?
In 32mm (~1:48), 1 unit on the model equals 48 of the same unit in real life. One real foot equals 0.25 inches (6.35 mm) on the model, one real meter equals 20.83 mm (2.08 cm), and the model is 2.08% of real size.
How tall is a 6 ft person in 32mm (~1:48)?
A 6-foot (183 cm) person stands 38.1 mm (1.5 inches) tall in 32mm (~1:48).
How do I convert a real measurement to 32mm (~1:48)?
Divide the real measurement by 48. For example, a 10 m object is 208.3 mm long in 32mm (~1:48). The calculator on this page does this automatically in both directions.