What Is This Tool?
This converter allows users to transform angle measurements from gon to grad [^g], two angular units that both represent 1/400 of a full circle. It is especially useful in fields like surveying, civil engineering, and geodesy where these decimal-based subdivisions simplify angle calculations.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the angle value measured in gon
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Select gon as the input unit and grad [^g] as the output unit
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Click the convert button to see the corresponding value in grad [^g]
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Use the results for accurate calculations in your surveying or engineering tasks
Key Features
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Direct conversion between gon and grad [^g] with a 1:1 ratio
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Supports decimal-based angle units used in surveying and civil engineering
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Browser-based tool requiring no installation
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Easy input and selection for quick conversions
Examples
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50 Gon converts to 50 Grad [^g]
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120 Gon converts to 120 Grad [^g]
Common Use Cases
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Land surveying and cadastral mapping for precise angular measurements
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Military and artillery fire control for defining aiming directions
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Civil engineering projects such as road and tunnel alignment
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Geodetic computations and calibration of angle-measuring instruments
Tips & Best Practices
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Confirm that both units are compatible since they represent the same angular subdivisions
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Be aware of regional or disciplinary preferences that may affect unit terminology
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Use this tool to maintain consistency in documentation and calculations
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Double-check input values to avoid errors in professional applications
Limitations
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Conversion does not alter the numerical value as Gon and Grad [^g] are equivalent
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Lack of awareness of unit equivalence may cause confusion
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Terminology differences can affect interpretation in different regions or fields
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the relationship between gon and grad [^g]?
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Gon and grad [^g] are equivalent units where 1 gon equals 1 grad [^g], both representing 1/400 of a full circle.
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Why do professionals use both gon and grad [^g]?
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They are used interchangeably in fields like surveying and civil engineering to simplify calculations and maintain decimal subdivisions of angles.
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Does converting from gon to grad [^g] change the angle value?
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No, since both units are equivalent, the numerical value remains the same after conversion.
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In which industries is this conversion most applicable?
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This conversion is important in land surveying, military targeting, civil engineering, geodesy, and road or tunnel alignment projects.
Key Terminology
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Gon
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An angular unit equal to 1/400 of a full circle, also known as gradian, commonly used in surveying and engineering.
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Grad [^g]
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An angular measure equivalent to gon, representing 1/400 of a complete circle and used in land surveying and geodesy.
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Decimal subdivision
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A method of dividing a circle into 400 units for simpler calculation and measurement of angles.