Circle to Arcsecond Converter Calculator
Convert circles to arcseconds (") with our free calculator. One circle equals 1,296,000 arcseconds.
How to Convert Circles to Arcseconds
To convert from circles to arcseconds, multiply the number of circles by 1,296,000. This is because one complete circle contains 1,296,000 arcseconds.
Conversion Formula
Arcseconds = Circles × 1,296,000
Understanding Circle to Arcsecond Conversion
What is a Circle?
A circle represents one complete rotation (360 degrees). In angular measurement, it's equivalent to:
- 360 degrees (°)
- 21,600 arcminutes (')
- 1,296,000 arcseconds (")
What is an Arcsecond?
An arcsecond (") is a very precise unit of angular measurement, equal to:
- 1/3600 of one degree
- 1/60 of one arcminute
- 1/1,296,000 of a complete circle