Common Converters

Convert Seconds of Arc to Radians

Use our accurate converter to change seconds of arc into radians. This tool is simple to use and works instantly.

How to Calculate

To change seconds of arc to radians, you just need to know the conversion factor.

Rule: 1 Seconds of Arc = 0.0000048481 Radians

Seconds of Arc to Radians
Pre-defined calculator for direct seconds of arc to radians conversion.
Seconds of Arc (")
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Radians (rad)
Formula: 1 Seconds = 0.00000485 Radians

Unit Information

About Seconds of Arc

Definition: A second of arc is a very tiny angle equal to 1/3,600 of a degree.

History: It provides a way to measure extremely small changes in position.

Where it is used: Used in space science to track stars and in making precision lenses.

Seconds of Arc to Radians Conversion Table

Seconds of Arc [arcsec]Radians [rad]
0.01 arcsec0.0000000485 rad
0.1 arcsec0.0000004848 rad
1 arcsec0.0000048481 rad
2 arcsec0.0000096963 rad
3 arcsec0.0000145444 rad
5 arcsec0.0000242407 rad
10 arcsec0.0000484814 rad
20 arcsec0.0000969627 rad
50 arcsec0.0002424068 rad
100 arcsec0.0004848135 rad
1000 arcsec0.0048481355 rad

How to Convert Seconds of Arc to Radians

Calculation: To convert seconds of arc to radians, multiply the value by the conversion factor (0.0000048481).

Example: convert 15 arcsec to rad:
15 arcsec = 15 × 0.0000048481 rad = 0.000072722 rad

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