Unit Converter
Convert between different measurement units instantly. Length, weight, temperature, area, volume, speed, time, and more. 100+ unit conversions available.
Unit Conversion Settings
Conversion Formula
Quick Conversions
Common Unit Conversions
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Available Unit Categories
Length
Meters, Feet, Inches, Miles, Kilometers, Yards
Weight
Kilograms, Pounds, Ounces, Grams, Tons
Temperature
Celsius, Fahrenheit, Kelvin
Area
Square Meters, Square Feet, Acres, Hectares
About Unit Conversion
The Unit Converter is a powerful tool that allows you to convert between different measurement units across various categories including length, weight, temperature, area, volume, speed, and time. This tool provides accurate conversions based on international standards.
How Unit Conversion Works
Length Conversion
1 meter = 3.28084 feet
1 kilometer = 0.621371 miles
1 centimeter = 0.393701 inches
Weight Conversion
1 kilogram = 2.20462 pounds
1 gram = 0.035274 ounces
1 pound = 0.453592 kilograms
Temperature Conversion
°F = (°C × 9/5) + 32
°C = (°F - 32) × 5/9
K = °C + 273.15
Area Conversion
1 square meter = 10.7639 square feet
1 acre = 4046.86 square meters
1 hectare = 2.47105 acres
Measurement Systems
Metric System
- Base Units: Meter, Kilogram, Second
- Used In: Most countries worldwide
- Advantages: Decimal-based, easy conversions
- Examples: km, m, cm, mm, kg, g, L, mL
Imperial System
- Base Units: Yard, Pound, Gallon
- Used In: USA, Liberia, Myanmar
- Advantages: Traditional, culturally established
- Examples: miles, feet, inches, pounds, ounces
International System (SI)
- Base Units: 7 fundamental units
- Used In: Scientific community worldwide
- Advantages: Standardized, internationally recognized
- Examples: meter, kilogram, second, ampere, kelvin
Common Conversion Examples
| Category | From Unit | To Unit | Conversion | Formula |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 1 Kilometer | Miles | 0.621371 miles | km × 0.621371 |
| Weight | 1 Kilogram | Pounds | 2.20462 lbs | kg × 2.20462 |
| Temperature | 100° Celsius | Fahrenheit | 212° F | (°C × 9/5) + 32 |
| Area | 1 Hectare | Acres | 2.47105 acres | ha × 2.47105 |
| Volume | 1 Liter | Gallons | 0.264172 gal | L × 0.264172 |
Conversion Tips & Best Practices
- Check Units: Always verify the units before and after conversion
- Precision Matters: Use appropriate decimal places based on requirements
- Round Appropriately: For everyday use, 2-4 decimal places are usually sufficient
- Double-Check: Verify important conversions using multiple methods
- Context Matters: Scientific calculations require more precision than everyday use
- Unit Systems: Be aware of which measurement system you're working with
- Temperature Note: Temperature conversions require formulas, not simple multiplication