How to use this Minutes to Compass Points Converter 🤔
Follow these steps to convert given angle from the units of Minutes to the units of Compass Points.
Enter the input Minutes value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Minutes into Compass Points in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Compass Points label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Compass Points value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Compass Points 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 Minutes to Compass Points?
The formula to convert given angle from Minutes to Compass Points is:
Angle(Compass Points) = Angle(Minutes) / 675
Substitute the given value of angle in minutes, i.e., Angle(Minutes) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the angle in compass points, i.e., Angle(Compass Points).
Calculation
Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.
Examples
1
Consider that an astronomer adjusts a telescope by 15 minutes of arc to focus on a distant star. Convert this angle from minutes to Compass Points.
Answer:
Given:
The angle in minutes is:
Angle(Minutes) = 15
Formula:
The formula to convert angle from minutes to compass points is:
Angle(Compass Points) = Angle(Minutes) / 675
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Angle(Minutes) = 15 in the above formula.
Angle(Compass Points) = 15 / 675
Angle(Compass Points) = 0.02222222222
Final Answer:
Therefore, 15 ' is equal to 0.02222222222 compass point.
The angle is 0.02222222222 compass point, in compass points.
2
Consider that a surveyor sets the angle of a theodolite to 10 minutes for precise measurement. Convert this angle from minutes to Compass Points.
Answer:
Given:
The angle in minutes is:
Angle(Minutes) = 10
Formula:
The formula to convert angle from minutes to compass points is:
Angle(Compass Points) = Angle(Minutes) / 675
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Angle(Minutes) = 10 in the above formula.
Angle(Compass Points) = 10 / 675
Angle(Compass Points) = 0.01481481481
Final Answer:
Therefore, 10 ' is equal to 0.01481481481 compass point.
The angle is 0.01481481481 compass point, in compass points.
Minutes to Compass Points Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Minutes to Compass Points.
Minutes (')
Compass Points (compass point)
0 '
0 compass point
1 '
0.00148148148compass point
10 '
0.01481481481compass point
45 '
0.06666666667compass point
90 '
0.1333compass point
180 '
0.2667compass point
360 '
0.5333compass point
1000 '
1.4815compass point
Minutes
Minutes of arc are a finer subdivision of degrees, with 60 minutes making up one degree. Each minute is further divided into 60 seconds of arc. This unit allows for precise angular measurements and is commonly used in fields like astronomy, navigation, and geodesy, where detailed accuracy is required for mapping and celestial observations.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Minutes to Compass Points in Angle?
The formula to convert Minutes to Compass Points in Angle is:
Minutes / 675
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Angle conversion tool, which converts Minutes to Compass Points, is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Angle from Minutes to Compass Points?
To convert Angle from Minutes to Compass Points, you can use the following formula:
Minutes / 675
For example, if you have a value in Minutes, you substitute that value in place of Minutes in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Compass Points.