Arcsecond to Arcminute
Convert Arcsecond to Arcminute instantly. Free online angle unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
arcminute = arcsecond × 0.016667
arcsecond = arcminute × 60
Conversion table
| 1 arcsec | 0.016667 arcmin |
| 5 arcsec | 0.083333 arcmin |
| 10 arcsec | 0.166667 arcmin |
| 20 arcsec | 0.333333 arcmin |
| 50 arcsec | 0.833333 arcmin |
| 100 arcsec | 1.666667 arcmin |
| 500 arcsec | 8.333333 arcmin |
| 1000 arcsec | 16.666667 arcmin |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the arcsecond (arcsec). One arcsecond is 1/3600 degree.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the arcminute (arcmin). One arcminute is 1/60 degree.
How do I convert arcsecond to arcminute?
Multiply the arcsecond value by 0.016667. For example, 10 arcsec × 0.016667 = 0.166667 arcmin.
Is the arcsecond to arcminute conversion exact?
Yes. The relationship between these units is a fixed mathematical or SI-defined ratio, so the conversion factor is exact rather than a measured approximation.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used whenever a value expressed in arcsecond needs to be compared with, or reported in, arcminute, such as in engineering, scientific, or everyday calculations.
Can I convert arcminute back to arcsecond?
Yes. Multiply the arcminute value by 60 to get arcsecond.
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About this conversion
This page converts arcsecond (arcsec) to arcminute (arcmin) within the angle converter.
One arcsecond is 1/3600 degree. One arcminute is 1/60 degree.
The formula is arcminute = arcsecond × 0.016667, based on each unit's fixed relationship to the angle converter's base unit.
The conversion is exact, since it relies on a fixed numerical ratio between the two units rather than a measured or approximate value.
Use the calculator above for instant results, or the table below for common arcsecond values already converted to arcminute.