Second Of Arc To Turn (? To ?) Converter

The “Second of Arc To Turn Converter” is a handy tool designed to help you convert measurements from seconds of arc into turns. This is useful in fields like astronomy, engineering, and navigation where precise angular measurements are needed.

First, let’s understand what a second of arc is. A second of arc (symbol: “) is a unit of angular measurement equal to 1/3600th of a degree. Since a full circle contains 360 degrees, it also contains 1,296,000 seconds of arc (because 360 degrees × 3600 seconds per degree = 1,296,000 seconds).

A turn, also known as a revolution, is a complete rotation around a circle, which equals 360 degrees or 1 full turn. To convert seconds of arc into turns, you’ll need to know the total number of seconds of arc you have and then divide by the total number of seconds in a full turn.

The formula to convert seconds of arc to turns is:
Number of turns = (Seconds of arc) / 1,296,000

For example, if you have 648,000 seconds of arc, then the conversion to turns would be:
648,000 / 1,296,000 = 0.5 turns.

This tool simplifies the process, allowing you to input your seconds of arc value and instantly see the equivalent in turns. It’s an essential resource for anyone working with angular measurements who needs quick and accurate conversions.