Unit Converter

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Tip: type in the value or change any dropdown to auto-convert. Temperature & dBm handled with proper formulas.

About this Unit Converter

This widget groups conversions by category (Length, Area, Volume, Mass, Temperature, Speed, Time, Frequency, Data, Pressure, Energy, Power, Electric Current, Charge, Voltage, Angle, and Fuel Economy). Type a value, pick From and To units, and the result updates instantly. Temperature and dBm are handled with the correct formulas.

Length — common units

  • meter (m) — SI base unit for length.
  • centimeter (cm) — 1 cm = 0.01 m.
  • millimeter (mm) — 1 mm = 0.001 m.
  • kilometer (km) — 1 km = 1000 m.
  • inch (in) — exactly 25.4 mm.
  • foot (ft) — 0.3048 m (12 in).
  • yard (yd) — 0.9144 m (3 ft).
  • mile (mi) — 1609.344 m.
  • nautical mile (nmi) — 1852 m.

Example: 5 in → 12.7 cm; 10 ft → 3.048 m.

Area — common units

  • square meter (m²) — SI unit for area.
  • square foot (ft²) — 0.09290304 m².
  • square yard (yd²) — 0.83612736 m².
  • acre (ac) — 4046.8564224 m².
  • hectare (ha) — 10,000 m².

Volume — common units

  • cubic meter (m³) — SI unit for volume.
  • liter (L) — 1 L = 0.001 m³.
  • milliliter (mL) — 1 mL = 1 cm³.
  • US gallon (gal) — 3.785411784 L.
  • US quart (qt) — 0.946352946 L.
  • US pint (pt) — 0.473176473 L.
  • US cup — 236.5882365 mL.
  • US fl oz — 29.5735 mL.

Mass (Weight) — common units

  • kilogram (kg) — SI base unit for mass.
  • gram (g) — 0.001 kg; milligram (mg) — 1e-6 kg.
  • pound (lb) — 0.45359237 kg.
  • ounce (oz) — 28.349523125 g.
  • stone (st) — 6.35029318 kg.
  • tonne (t) — 1000 kg; short ton — 907.18474 kg; long ton — 1016.0469088 kg.

Temperature — how it’s converted

  • Celsius (°C) ↔ Kelvin (K): add/subtract 273.15.
  • Fahrenheit (°F): °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32; °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9.
  • Rankine (°R): °R ↔ K via factor 9/5.

Tip: temperature differences in °C and K are numerically the same.

Speed — common units

  • m/s (meter per second)
  • km/h (kilometer per hour)
  • mph (mile per hour)
  • knot (kt) — 1 kt = 1.852 km/h.

Time — common units

  • ns, μs, ms, s
  • minute (min) — 60 s
  • hour (h) — 3600 s
  • day — 86,400 s; week — 604,800 s

Frequency — prefixes

  • Hz, kHz (10³), MHz (10⁶), GHz (10⁹)

Data — decimal vs. binary

  • Byte (B) = 8 bits (b).
  • Decimal: KB, MB, GB, TB use 1000-based steps.
  • Binary: KiB, MiB, GiB, TiB use 1024-based steps.

Pressure — common units

  • pascal (Pa) — SI unit.
  • bar — 100,000 Pa.
  • atmosphere (atm) — 101,325 Pa.
  • psi — 6894.757 Pa.
  • mmHg — ≈133.322368 Pa.

Energy — common units

  • joule (J) — SI unit.
  • watt-hour (Wh) — 3600 J; kilowatt-hour (kWh) — 3.6×10⁶ J.
  • calorie (cal) — 4.184 J; kilocalorie (kcal) — 4184 J.
  • BTU (th) — 1055.056 J.
  • foot-pound — 1.35581795 J.

Power — common units & notes

  • watt (W), kilowatt (kW), megawatt (MW).
  • horsepower (hp, mechanical) — ≈745.699872 W.
  • BTU/h — 1 BTU/h ≈ 0.293071 W.
  • ton of refrigeration (TR) — ≈3516.852842 W.
  • dBm — logarithmic: 0 dBm = 1 mW; P(W)=10^((dBm−30)/10).

Electric — current, voltage, charge

  • A, mA, µA for current.
  • V, mV, kV for voltage.
  • C, mC, Ah, mAh for charge/capacity.

Angle & Fuel Economy

  • Angle: rad, deg, grad, turn (360° = 2π rad).
  • Fuel economy: km/L (higher is better) vs L/100 km (lower is better). They are reciprocal measures.

How to use

  1. Select a category on the left.
  2. Enter a number and choose the units to convert from/to.
  3. Use Swap to reverse, adjust Decimal places for formatting, and Copy to share the result.

A unit converter is a vital tool in the modern digital landscape, enabling users to convert measurements from one system to another quickly and accurately. Whether dealing with lengths, weights, volumes, or even currencies, unit converters simplify complex calculations into instant results. With the rise of global communication, e-commerce, engineering, and international collaboration, the need for efficient unit conversion has never been greater.

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Accuracy and Reliability

Manual conversions are prone to mistakes, especially when working with complex formulas or unusual units. A unit converter provides precise, reliable results every time.

Time Efficiency

Instead of spending minutes or hours performing calculations, users can instantly get the required values. This efficiency is crucial in fast-paced environments such as engineering, science, and logistics.

Versatility

Modern unit converters cover a wide range of categories—from simple length and weight conversions to advanced conversions like energy, power, data storage, or even cooking measurements.

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Unit converters are widely available online and can be accessed from anywhere, offering convenience to professionals and casual users who need conversions on the go.

Common Features of a Unit Converter

A well-designed unit converter typically includes:

  • Multiple categories: Length, weight, volume, temperature, area, speed, currency, and more.
  • User-friendly interface: Clear input fields and simple dropdowns for selecting units.
  • Instant results: Real-time calculations without requiring additional steps.
  • Customization options: Saving commonly used conversions for frequent access.
  • Cross-platform compatibility: Availability on desktop, mobile, or integrated into other apps.

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Education

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Online businesses often serve global customers. Currency converters and product dimension converters help create a seamless shopping experience.

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Travel

Travelers benefit from currency and temperature converters, ensuring they adapt easily to new environments.

How to Configure and Use a Unit Converter

Most unit converters are designed to be user-friendly, but configuration can enhance their effectiveness:

Step 1: Select the Category

Choose the measurement type you want to convert—such as length, weight, or currency.

Step 2: Input the Value

Enter the numerical value you wish to convert.

Step 3: Choose Units

Select the original unit and the target unit from dropdown menus.

Step 4: View Results

The converter instantly calculates and displays the converted value.

Step 5: Save Preferences

Many converters allow saving favorite conversions, making repetitive tasks faster.

Conclusion

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