Arcminute to Point (Compass) Converter
Convert Arcminute (') to Point (Compass) (pt) instantly. 1 ' = 0.001481 pt.
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1 ' = 0.001481 pt
Formula:
pt = ' × 0.0014814815With your value: 1 ' = 0.00148148 pt
Other Arcminute to Point (Compass) conversions
Arcminute to Point (Compass) Conversion Table
| Arcminute (') | Point (Compass) (pt) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.000741 |
| 1 | 0.001481 |
| 2 | 0.002963 |
| 5 | 0.007407 |
| 10 | 0.014815 |
| 15 | 0.022222 |
| 20 | 0.02963 |
| 25 | 0.037037 |
| 50 | 0.074074 |
| 100 | 0.148148 |
| 250 | 0.37037 |
| 500 | 0.740741 |
| 1000 | 1.481481 |
Point (Compass) to Arcminute Conversion Table
| Point (Compass) (pt) | Arcminute (') |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 337.5 |
| 1 | 675 |
| 2 | 1,350 |
| 5 | 3,375 |
| 10 | 6,750 |
| 15 | 10,125 |
| 20 | 13,500 |
| 25 | 16,875 |
| 50 | 33,750 |
| 100 | 67,500 |
| 250 | 168,750 |
| 500 | 337,500 |
| 1000 | 675,000 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Arcminute (')
Angle
The radian is the coherent SI unit of plane angle; the degree is exactly π/180 rad and is accepted for use with the SI.
Source: Units accepted for use with the SI, SI Brochure Table 8
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Point (Compass) (pt)
Angle
The DTP/PostScript point is exactly 1/72 inch (0.352 777… mm).
Historic Didot and American printer’s points differ and are not interchangeable.
Source: PostScript Language Reference; CSS Values and Units Module Level 4 (absolute lengths)
Adobe Systems / W3C · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Arcminute to Point (Compass)
To convert from Arcminute (') to Point (Compass) (pt), multiply the value by 0.0014814815.
Formula: pt = ' × 0.0014814815
Reverse: ' = pt × 675
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Arcminute. For example: 5 '
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 0.0014814815
- The result is: 0.007407 pt
About Arcminute
The arcminute (') is a unit of plane angle. One arcminute equals 0.01666666667 radians. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other angle unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
Common uses: angle calculations, engineering and science, education.
About Point (Compass)
The point (compass) (pt) is a unit of plane angle. One point (compass) equals 11.25 radians. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other angle unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
Common uses: angle calculations, engineering and science, education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Point (Compass) are in 1 Arcminute?
There are exactly 0.0014814815 Point (Compass) in 1 Arcminute. This means the conversion factor from Arcminute to Point (Compass) is 0.0014814815.
What is the formula to convert Arcminute to Point (Compass)?
The formula to convert Arcminute to Point (Compass) is: pt = ' × 0.0014814815. For example, to convert 10 Arcminute to Point (Compass), you would multiply 10 by 0.0014814815.
What is a Arcminute?
The arcminute (') is a unit of plane angle. One arcminute equals 0.01666666667 radians. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other angle unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
What is a Point (Compass)?
The point (compass) (pt) is a unit of plane angle. One point (compass) equals 11.25 radians. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other angle unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
What are the common uses of Arcminute?
The Arcminute is commonly used in angle calculations, engineering and science, education.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Arcminute to Point (Compass) converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/arcminute-to-point