Arcseconds to Radians Converter
Convert arcseconds (″) to radians (rad)
Result
0.000004848137 rad
Radians
1 ″ = 0.000004848137 rad
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How to convert arcseconds to radians
One arcsecond equals 0.000004848137 radians, so multiply the number of arcseconds by 0.000004848137.
rad = ″ × 0.000004848137
1 ″ = 0.000004848137 rad · 1 rad = 2,06,264.8 ″
Worked example
To convert 5 arcseconds to radians: 5 ″ × 0.000004848137 = 0.00002424068 rad.
About arcseconds (″)
An arcsecond is 1/60 of an arcminute, used in astronomy.
About radians (rad)
A radian is the angle where the arc equals the radius, about 57.2958°. Maths and physics use radians.
More conversions
Arcseconds to other units
Frequently asked questions
How many radians are in one arcsecond?
One arcsecond equals 0.000004848137 radians.
How many arcseconds are in one radian?
One radian equals 2,06,264.8 arcseconds.
How do I convert arcseconds to radians?
Use the formula rad = ″ × 0.000004848137. For example, 5 ″ × 0.000004848137 = 0.00002424068 rad.