Convert Milliradian to Compass Point
Enter the number of milliradians that you want to convert to points.
How to Convert Milliradians to Points
The milliradian and compass point are both units of angle. 1 compass point equals 196.34954085 milliradians. This means to convert milliradians to points, you divide by 196.34954085.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 mrad to points:
We need to convert milliradians to points
Since 1 point = 196.34954085 mrad, divide by 196.34954085
5 ÷ 196.34954085 = 0.0254647909
5 mrad = 0.0254647909 point
Milliradian to Compass Point Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common milliradian to compass point conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Milliradians (mrad) | Points (point) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 mrad | 0.0005092958 point |
| 0.5 mrad | 0.0025464791 point |
| 1 mrad | 0.0050929582 point |
| 2 mrad | 0.0101859164 point |
| 5 mrad | 0.0254647909 point |
| 10 mrad | 0.0509295818 point |
| 25 mrad | 0.1273239545 point |
| 50 mrad | 0.2546479089 point |
| 100 mrad | 0.5092958179 point |
About These Units
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert milliradians to points?
To convert milliradians to points, divide the value by 196.34954085. For example, 10 mrad = 0.0509295818 point.
How many points are in 1 milliradian?
1 milliradian equals 0.0050929582 points.
What is the formula for milliradians to points?
The formula is: point = mrad ÷ 196.34954085.