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ft/s²tocm/s²

Convert feet per second squared (ft/s²) to centimetres per second squared (Gal) (cm/s²).

Factor1 ft/s² = 30.48 cm/s²

Converter

ft/s²

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

Result
30.48cm/s²

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
cm/s² = ft/s² × 30.48

Multiply any value in feet per second squared by 30.48 to obtain the value in centimetres per second squared (Gal).

Worked example

Convert 1 ft/s² to cm/s².

  1. 01Start with 1 ft/s².
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 30.48 = 30.48 cm/s².
Result1 ft/s² = 30.48 cm/s²

Conversion table

ft/s²cm/s²
130.48
260.96
5152.4
10304.8
20609.6
501524
1003048
2006096
50015240
100030480

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from ft/s² to cm/s²?
1 ft/s² equals 30.48 cm/s². To convert, multiply the value in feet per second squared by 30.48.
How do I convert 1 ft/s² to cm/s²?
1 ft/s² = 30.48 cm/s². For any value, multiply by 30.48.
How do I convert cm/s² back to ft/s²?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.0328084. So 1 cm/s² = 0.0328084 ft/s².
When would I need to convert foot per second squared to centimetre per second squared (Gal)?
Acceleration conversions between ft/s² and cm/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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