Point (Compass) to Quadrant Converter
Convert Point (Compass) (pt) to Quadrant (quad) instantly. 1 pt = 0.125 quad.
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1 pt = 0.125 quad
Formula:
quad = pt × 0.125With your value: 1 pt = 0.125 quad
Other Point (Compass) to Quadrant conversions
Point (Compass) to Quadrant Conversion Table
| Point (Compass) (pt) | Quadrant (quad) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.0625 |
| 1 | 0.125 |
| 2 | 0.25 |
| 5 | 0.625 |
| 10 | 1.25 |
| 15 | 1.875 |
| 20 | 2.5 |
| 25 | 3.125 |
| 50 | 6.25 |
| 100 | 12.5 |
| 250 | 31.25 |
| 500 | 62.5 |
| 1000 | 125 |
Quadrant to Point (Compass) Conversion Table
| Quadrant (quad) | Point (Compass) (pt) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 4 |
| 1 | 8 |
| 2 | 16 |
| 5 | 40 |
| 10 | 80 |
| 15 | 120 |
| 20 | 160 |
| 25 | 200 |
| 50 | 400 |
| 100 | 800 |
| 250 | 2,000 |
| 500 | 4,000 |
| 1000 | 8,000 |
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.
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
Quadrant (quad)
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
How to Convert Point (Compass) to Quadrant
To convert from Point (Compass) (pt) to Quadrant (quad), multiply the value by 0.125.
Formula: quad = pt × 0.125
Reverse: pt = quad × 8
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Point (Compass). For example: 5 pt
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 0.125
- The result is: 0.625 quad
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.
About Quadrant
The quadrant (quad) is a unit of plane angle. One quadrant equals 90 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 Quadrant are in 1 Point (Compass)?
There are exactly 0.125 Quadrant in 1 Point (Compass). This means the conversion factor from Point (Compass) to Quadrant is 0.125.
What is the formula to convert Point (Compass) to Quadrant?
The formula to convert Point (Compass) to Quadrant is: quad = pt × 0.125. For example, to convert 10 Point (Compass) to Quadrant, you would multiply 10 by 0.125.
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 is a Quadrant?
The quadrant (quad) is a unit of plane angle. One quadrant equals 90 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 Point (Compass)?
The Point (Compass) is commonly used in angle calculations, engineering and science, education.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Point (Compass) to Quadrant converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/point-to-quadrant