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Acceleration

cm/s²tog

Convert centimetres per second squared (Gal) (cm/s²) to standard gravity (g).

Factor1 cm/s² = 0.001019716 g

Converter

cm/s²

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
1g

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
g = cm/s² × 0.001019716

Multiply any value in centimetres per second squared (Gal) by 0.001019716 to obtain the value in standard gravity.

Worked example

Convert 980.665 cm/s² to g.

  1. 01Start with 980.665 cm/s².
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 980.665 × 0.001019716 = 1 g.
Result980.665 cm/s² = 1 g

Conversion table

cm/s²g
10.0010197
20.0020394
50.0050986
100.010197
200.020394
500.050986
1000.10197
2000.20394
5000.50986
10001.0197

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from cm/s² to g?
1 cm/s² equals 0.001019716 g. To convert, multiply the value in centimetres per second squared (Gal) by 0.001019716.
How do I convert 1 cm/s² to g?
1 cm/s² = 0.00101972 g. For any value, multiply by 0.001019716.
How do I convert g back to cm/s²?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 980.665. So 1 g = 980.665 cm/s².
When would I need to convert centimetre per second squared (Gal) to standard gravity?
Acceleration conversions between cm/s² and g are common in vibration analysis, seismic load calculations, mechanical equipment specifications, and motion-control design. m/s² is the SI standard; g (standard gravity) is widely used in shock, vibration, and ride-quality work.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

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