Convert Arcminute to Sign
Input the number of arcminutes you want to convert to signs.
How to Convert Arcminutes to Signs
The arcminute and sign are both units of angle. 1 sign equals 1800 arcminutes. This means to convert arcminutes to signs, you divide by 1800.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 ′ to signs:
We need to convert arcminutes to signs
Since 1 sign = 1800 ′, divide by 1800
5 ÷ 1800 = 0.0027777778
5 ′ = 0.0027777778 sign
Arcminute to Sign Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common arcminute to sign conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Arcminutes (′) | Signs (sign) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ′ | 5.5555555557e-5 sign |
| 0.5 ′ | 0.0002777778 sign |
| 1 ′ | 0.0005555556 sign |
| 2 ′ | 0.0011111111 sign |
| 5 ′ | 0.0027777778 sign |
| 10 ′ | 0.0055555556 sign |
| 25 ′ | 0.0138888889 sign |
| 50 ′ | 0.0277777778 sign |
| 100 ′ | 0.0555555556 sign |
About These Units
Arcminute (′)
An arcminute (′ or MOA) is 1/60 of a degree. Arcminutes measure astronomical object sizes (Moon: ~31 arcminutes), visual acuity (normal vision resolves 1 arcminute), and rifle scope adjustments (1 MOA ≈ 1 inch at 100 yards). GPS coordinates use degrees and arcminutes.
Sign (sign)
A sign is 1/12 of a circle or 30°, corresponding to one zodiac sign. The zodiac divides the ecliptic into 12 equal signs of 30° each. Used in astrology and historical astronomy. The Sun moves through approximately one sign per month.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert arcminutes to signs?
To convert arcminutes to signs, divide the value by 1800. For example, 10 ′ = 0.0055555556 sign.
How many signs are in 1 arcminute?
1 arcminute equals 0.0005555556 signs.
What is the formula for arcminutes to signs?
The formula is: sign = ′ ÷ 1800.