What Is This Tool?
This tool allows you to convert angles from circles, which represent full rotations, to grads, a decimal subdivision of a circle commonly used in surveying and engineering.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the angle value in circles representing full or partial rotations
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Select 'circle' as the input unit and 'grad [^g]' as the output unit
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Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent angle in grads
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Use the converted value for your specific measurement or engineering needs
Key Features
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Converts angle units from circle to grad [^g]
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Supports precise representation of rotations and fractional turns
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Simple and user-friendly interface for quick conversions
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Browser-based tool with no installation required
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Useful for applications in surveying, civil engineering, and computer graphics
Examples
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0.25 Circle equals 100 Grad [^g]
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1.5 Circle equals 600 Grad [^g]
Common Use Cases
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Describing rotations of machinery parts like gears and shafts
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Representing phase cycles in signal processing and periodic phenomena
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Specifying rotations in computer graphics and robotics
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Measuring bearings and angles in land surveying and topographic maps
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Applying decimal angle units in civil engineering and road construction
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Conducting geodetic calculations and instrument calibration
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure you understand the difference between grads, degrees, and radians before converting
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Use this converter when precise decimal subdivision of angles is needed
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Apply grad units primarily in surveying or civil engineering contexts
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Double-check the converted values for applications involving rotations or phase measurements
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Consider the application domain to choose the most appropriate angular unit
Limitations
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The grad unit system is mainly used in surveying and certain engineering fields and not widespread elsewhere
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Since 1 circle equals exactly 400 grads, the subdivision differs from degrees or radians which may cause confusion
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Users unfamiliar with grad units should exercise caution when interpreting results
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a circle in angle measurement?
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A circle represents one complete rotation about a point, equal to 360 degrees or 2π radians.
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What is a grad and where is it used?
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A grad, also called gradian or gon, is 1/400 of a full circle and is frequently used in surveying, civil engineering, and geodesy for expressing angles.
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How do I convert from circle to grad?
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Multiply the number of circles by 400 to get the equivalent angle in grads.
Key Terminology
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Circle
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An angle unit denoting one complete rotation about a point; equivalent to 360 degrees or 2π radians.
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Grad [^g]
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An angular unit equal to 1/400 of a full circle, used mainly in surveying and engineering for decimal subdivision of angles.