Convert Compass Point to Milliradian
Enter the number of points that you want to convert to milliradians.
How to Convert Points to Milliradians
The compass point and milliradian are both units of angle. 1 compass point equals 196.34954085 milliradians. This means to convert points to milliradians, you multiply by 196.34954085.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 point to milliradians:
We need to convert points to milliradians
Since 1 point = 196.34954085 mrad, multiply by 196.34954085
5 × 196.34954085 = 981.74770425
5 point = 981.74770425 mrad
Compass Point to Milliradian Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common compass point to milliradian conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Points (point) | Milliradians (mrad) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 point | 19.634954085 mrad |
| 0.5 point | 98.174770425 mrad |
| 1 point | 196.34954085 mrad |
| 2 point | 392.6990817 mrad |
| 5 point | 981.74770425 mrad |
| 10 point | 1963.4954085 mrad |
| 25 point | 4908.7385212 mrad |
| 50 point | 9817.4770425 mrad |
| 100 point | 19634.954085 mrad |
About These Units
Compass Point (point)
A compass point is 1/32 of a circle or 11.25°. The 32-point compass includes cardinal (N, E, S, W), intercardinal (NE, SE, SW, NW), and secondary-intercardinal points. Traditional maritime navigation uses compass points. "Boxing the compass" means naming all 32 points in order.
Milliradian (mrad)
A milliradian (mrad or mil) equals 0.001 radians or approximately 0.057°. Milliradians are used in military ballistics, optics, and laser rangefinding. NATO uses 6400 mils per circle. At 1000 meters, 1 mrad subtends 1 meter—convenient for range estimation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert points to milliradians?
To convert points to milliradians, multiply the value by 196.34954085. For example, 10 point = 1963.4954085 mrad.
How many milliradians are in 1 compass point?
1 compass point equals 196.34954085 milliradians.
What is the formula for points to milliradians?
The formula is: mrad = point × 196.34954085.