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cm/s²tom/s²

Convert centimetres per second squared (Gal) (cm/s²) to metres per second squared (m/s²).

Factor1 cm/s² = 0.01 m/s²

Converter

cm/s²

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

Result
1m/s²

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
m/s² = cm/s² × 0.01

Multiply any value in centimetres per second squared (Gal) by 0.01 to obtain the value in metres per second squared.

Worked example

Convert 100 cm/s² to m/s².

  1. 01Start with 100 cm/s².
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 0.01 = 1 m/s².
Result100 cm/s² = 1 m/s²

Conversion table

cm/s²m/s²
10.01
20.02
50.05
100.1
200.2
500.5
1001
2002
5005
100010

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from cm/s² to m/s²?
1 cm/s² equals 0.01 m/s². To convert, multiply the value in centimetres per second squared (Gal) by 0.01.
How do I convert 1 cm/s² to m/s²?
1 cm/s² = 0.01 m/s². For any value, multiply by 0.01.
How do I convert m/s² back to cm/s²?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 100. So 1 m/s² = 100 cm/s².
When would I need to convert centimetre per second squared (Gal) to metre per second squared?
Acceleration conversions between cm/s² and m/s² 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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