gradian [grad] to arcsecond [arcsec] Converter
Quick Reference
1 gradian (grad) = 3240 arcsecond (arcsec)
1 arcsecond (arcsec) = 0.0003086419753 gradian (grad)
How to Convert gradian to arcsecond
1 grad = 3240 arcsec
1 arcsec = 0.0003086419753 grad
To convert gradian to arcsecond, multiply the value by 3240. To convert arcsecond back to gradian, divide by 3240.
Example: convert 10 grad to arcsec:
10 grad = 10 x 3240 = 32400 arcsec
gradian
Definition: A gradian (also known as a gon or grade) is a unit of angular measure, defined as 1/400 of a full rotation. It is primarily used in surveying and some European countries.
History/origin: The gradian was introduced in France during the French Revolution as part of the metric system. It was intended to simplify calculations, as it is based on decimal divisions.
Current use: Gradians are mainly used in surveying, particularly in Europe. They are less common than degrees or radians in most other applications.
arcsecond
Definition: An arcsecond (symbol: '') is a unit of angular measure equal to 1/60 of an arcminute or 1/3600 of a degree. It is used to express very small angles, particularly in astronomy and surveying.
History/origin: Like the arcminute, the arcsecond originates from the Babylonian sexagesimal system.
Current use: Arcseconds are used in astronomy for high-precision measurements of stellar positions, parallaxes, and proper motions. They are also used in surveying and geodesy for precise angle determination.
gradian to arcsecond Conversion Table
| gradian [grad] | arcsecond [arcsec] |
|---|---|
| 1 grad | 3240 arcsec |
| 2 grad | 6480 arcsec |
| 5 grad | 16200 arcsec |
| 10 grad | 32400 arcsec |
| 20 grad | 64800 arcsec |
| 50 grad | 162000 arcsec |
| 100 grad | 324000 arcsec |
| 200 grad | 648000 arcsec |
| 500 grad | 1620000 arcsec |
| 1000 grad | 3240000 arcsec |
Common gradian to arcsecond conversions
- 1 grad = 3,240 arcsec
- 2 grad = 6,480 arcsec
- 3 grad = 9,720 arcsec
- 4 grad = 12,960 arcsec
- 5 grad = 16,200 arcsec
- 6 grad = 19,440 arcsec
- 7 grad = 22,680 arcsec
- 8 grad = 25,920 arcsec
- 9 grad = 29,160 arcsec
- 10 grad = 32,400 arcsec
- 12 grad = 38,880 arcsec
- 15 grad = 48,600 arcsec
- 20 grad = 64,800 arcsec
- 25 grad = 81,000 arcsec
- 30 grad = 97,200 arcsec
- 40 grad = 129,600 arcsec
- 50 grad = 162,000 arcsec
- 60 grad = 194,400 arcsec
- 75 grad = 243,000 arcsec
- 100 grad = 324,000 arcsec
- 150 grad = 486,000 arcsec
- 200 grad = 648,000 arcsec
- 250 grad = 810,000 arcsec
- 300 grad = 972,000 arcsec
- 500 grad = 1,620,000 arcsec
- 750 grad = 2,430,000 arcsec
- 1,000 grad = 3,240,000 arcsec