What is 5 16 of an inch?

1. 5/16 of an inch is a fractional measurement used in the United States customary system of measurement.

2. It is equal to 0.3125 inches in decimal representation.

3. 5/16 of an inch is slightly less than one-third of an inch and just over one-quarter of an inch.

4. Some common objects that have a thickness of 5/16 of an inch include small nuts and bolts, electronic components, and small machine parts.

5. In woodworking, 5/16 of an inch is a common measurement for dowels and drill bits, as well as the thickness of some types of panels and planks.