Unit Conversion Calculator

Convert between different measurement units with precision and ease

Conversion Settings

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Conversion Result

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Length Conversions

Convert between meters, feet, inches, centimeters, miles, kilometers, and more.

Weight Conversions

Convert between kilograms, pounds, ounces, grams, tons, and other weight units.

Temperature Conversions

Convert between Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin temperature scales.

About This Conversion Tool

This unit conversion calculator provides accurate conversions between various measurement units across different systems. The tool uses standardized conversion factors to ensure precision in all calculations.

How Conversion Works

The calculator converts all values using standardized conversion factors based on international measurement standards. Each conversion type uses a specific formula:

// Example conversion formulas meters = feet × 0.3048 kilograms = pounds × 0.453592 celsius = (fahrenheit - 32) × 5/9

Measurement Systems

The calculator supports conversions between:

  • Metric System: The international standard used worldwide, based on meters, kilograms, liters, etc.
  • Imperial System: Primarily used in the United States, based on feet, pounds, gallons, etc.
  • US Customary Units: Similar to imperial but with some differences in volume measurements.

Common Conversion Factors

Here are some frequently used conversion factors:

Conversion Factor Formula
Meters to Feet 1 m = 3.28084 ft feet = meters × 3.28084
Kilograms to Pounds 1 kg = 2.20462 lb pounds = kilograms × 2.20462
Celsius to Fahrenheit °C to °F °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32
Square Meters to Square Feet 1 m² = 10.7639 ft² square feet = square meters × 10.7639
Liters to Gallons 1 L = 0.264172 gal gallons = liters × 0.264172

Accuracy and Precision

This calculator uses precise conversion factors with up to 6 decimal places for most conversions. Temperature conversions use exact formulas rather than approximations. All calculations are performed using JavaScript's floating point arithmetic with appropriate rounding for display purposes.

For scientific and engineering purposes, always verify critical conversions with authoritative sources, as some fields may require more precise conversion factors.