Convert degree to arcsecond
Enter the value to convert from degree to arcsecond.
How to Convert Degree to Arcsecond
Converting degree to arcsecond is straightforward using our conversion calculator.
Conversion Formula
″ = ° × 3600Reverse conversion: Convert arcsecond to degree
Comparison: Degree vs Arcsecond
When to Use Each Unit
Degree: Universal standard for navigation, surveying, engineering, geography, and most practical angle measurements worldwide.
Arcsecond: Essential in astronomy, satellite positioning, precision surveying, and scientific applications requiring ultimate angular precision.
Common Conversion Values
- 360° = full circle
- 180° = straight line
- 90° = right angle
- 1° = 60 arcminutes
About Degree
Definition: The degree (symbol: °) is a unit of angular measurement where a full circle is divided into 360 equal parts.
History: Ancient Babylonian origin based on their sexagesimal (base-60) number system and approximate 360-day year calendar.
Current Use: Universal standard for navigation, surveying, engineering, geography, and most practical angle measurements worldwide.
Examples: Geographic coordinates: 0-360°, compass bearings: 0-360°, building angles: 30-90°, camera rotation: 0-360°
About Arcsecond
Definition: The arcsecond (symbol: ″) is one-sixtieth of an arcminute or 1/3600 of a degree, used for extremely precise angular measurements.
History: Finest traditional subdivision of angular measurement, critical for precision astronomy and geodetic surveying.
Current Use: Essential in astronomy, satellite positioning, precision surveying, and scientific applications requiring ultimate angular precision.
Examples: Astronomical measurements: star positions, satellite tracking: precise orbits, geodesy: Earth measurements, telescope resolution