Second of Arc to Minute of Arc Converter (″ to ′)

How to Convert Second of Arc to Minute of Arc

Formula: Minute of Arc = Second of Arc × 0.01667967

Example: 1 ″ = 0.01667967 ′

You can also use the interactive converter above. Simply enter any Second of Arc value and the equivalent Minute of Arc value will appear instantly. Click the ⇄ button to reverse the conversion.

Knowing where Second of Arc and Minute of Arc come from makes the conversion easier to remember. Here is the context, plus a quick FAQ.

What is Second of Arc and Minute of Arc?

A Second of Arc (arcsec) equals one-sixtieth of an arcminute, used for extremely precise angular measurement.

A Minute of Arc (arcmin) equals one-sixtieth of a degree, used for precise angular measurement.

Real World Uses of Second of Arc to Minute of Arc Conversion

• Second of Arc: Commonly used for measuring star positions and telescope precision in astronomy.
• Minute of Arc: Commonly used for measuring precise angles in astronomy and telescope optics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the formula to convert Second of Arc to Minute of Arc?

The formula is: Minute of Arc = Second of Arc x 0.01667967. Multiply any Second of Arc value by 0.01667967 to get the equivalent in Minute of Arc.

What is 1 Second of Arc in Minute of Arc?

1 arcsec = 0.01667967 arcmin.

How many Second of Arc are in 1 Minute of Arc?

1 arcmin = 59.9532244942496 arcsec.

Is Second of Arc bigger or smaller than Minute of Arc?

Second of Arc is smaller than Minute of Arc. 1 Minute of Arc = 59.9532244942496 arcsec.