How to use this Compass Points to Sextants Converter 🤔
Follow these steps to convert given angle from the units of Compass Points to the units of Sextants.
Enter the input Compass Points value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Compass Points into Sextants in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Sextants label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Sextants value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Sextants value using the Copy button.
To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.
What is the Formula to convert Compass Points to Sextants?
The formula to convert given angle from Compass Points to Sextants is:
Substitute the given value of angle in compass points, i.e., Angle(Compass Points) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the angle in sextants, i.e., Angle(Sextants).
Calculation
Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.
Examples
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Consider that a ship's navigation system shifts by 8 compass points to adjust its course. Convert this direction from compass points to Sextants.
Answer:
Given:
The angle in compass points is:
Angle(Compass Points) = 8
Formula:
The formula to convert angle from compass points to sextants is:
Substitute given weight Angle(Compass Points) = 4 in the above formula.
Angle(Sextants) = 4 × 11.25 / 60
Angle(Sextants) = 0.75
Final Answer:
Therefore, 4 compass point is equal to 0.75 sextant.
The angle is 0.75 sextant, in sextants.
Compass Points to Sextants Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Compass Points to Sextants.
Compass Points (compass point)
Sextants (sextant)
0 compass point
0 sextant
1 compass point
0.1875sextant
10 compass point
1.875sextant
45 compass point
8.4375sextant
90 compass point
16.875sextant
180 compass point
33.75sextant
360 compass point
67.5sextant
1000 compass point
187.5sextant
Compass Points
Compass points are a unit of angular measurement used in navigation and cartography to represent directions on a compass. Traditionally, the compass is divided into 32 points, each representing 11.25 degrees. Compass points are essential in maritime navigation, aviation, and orienteering, providing a simple and standardized way to describe directions.
Sextants
Sextants are a unit of angular measurement used primarily in navigation and astronomy, representing one-sixth of a full circle, or 60 degrees. The sextant instrument, named after this unit, is used to measure the angle between two visible objects, such as a star and the horizon, enabling precise determination of latitude and longitude at sea.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Compass Points to Sextants in Angle?
The formula to convert Compass Points to Sextants in Angle is:
Compass Points * 11.25 / 60
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Angle conversion tool, which converts Compass Points to Sextants, is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Angle from Compass Points to Sextants?
To convert Angle from Compass Points to Sextants, you can use the following formula:
Compass Points * 11.25 / 60
For example, if you have a value in Compass Points, you substitute that value in place of Compass Points in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Sextants.