How to convert revolutions to milliradians
To convert a measurement in revolutions to milliradians, multiply the value by 6,283.1853. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the radian.
For example, to convert 5 rev to milliradians: 5 × 6,283.1853 = 31,415.9265 mrad.
What is a revolution?
A revolution (also called a turn or full circle) is one complete rotation, equal to 360 degrees or 2π radians. The revolution is the most intuitive angular unit — one full spin. It is the natural way to count rotations in machinery, and forms the basis of rotational-speed units such as revolutions per minute (RPM).
Common uses of revolutions include: Engine and motor speed (RPM); Counting rotations of wheels, gears, and turbines; Vinyl record and hard-drive spin rates; Describing full turns in everyday language.
What is a milliradian?
A milliradian is one thousandth of a radian. At a distance of 1,000 units it subtends almost exactly 1 unit, which makes it convenient for range and angle estimation. The milliradian became widely used in the military for artillery and rifle sighting because of its clean relationship between angle and distance. Riflescopes commonly use 'mil' adjustments and reticles based on it.
Common uses of milliradians include: Rifle and artillery sighting (mil-dot reticles); Range estimation from known target size; Laser divergence and beam-spread specifications; Precision optics and alignment.
Revolutions to milliradians worked examples
Here are some common values converted:
1 rev = 6,283.1853 mrad 5 rev = 31,415.9265 mrad 10 rev = 62,831.8531 mrad 50 rev = 314,159.2654 mrad 100 rev = 628,318.5307 mrad
Frequently asked questions
How many milliradians are in one revolution?
One revolution (rev) equals 6,283.1853 milliradians (mrad). Multiply any value in revolutions by 6,283.1853 to convert to milliradians.
How do I convert revolutions to milliradians?
Multiply the value in revolutions by 6,283.1853. For example, 5 rev × 6,283.1853 = 31,415.9265 mrad.
How do I convert milliradians to revolutions?
Multiply the value in milliradians by 0.000159154943, or divide by 6,283.1853. Use the swap button on the converter above to reverse the direction.
Is the revolution to milliradian conversion exact?
Angle conversions are exact. Degrees, gradians and revolutions are defined as exact fractions of a full turn (2π radians).
What is the formula for revolutions to milliradians?
The formula is: mrad = rev × 6,283.1853. This comes from the definition of both units relative to the radian.