Acceleration
mGaltoft/s²
Convert milligals (mGal) to feet per second squared (ft/s²).
Factor1 mGal = 3.28084e-5 ft/s²
Converter
mGal
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
ft/s²
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
ft/s² = mGal × 3.28084e-5
Multiply any value in milligals by 3.28084e-5 to obtain the value in feet per second squared.
Worked example
Convert 100000 mGal to ft/s².
- 01Start with 100000 mGal.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100000 × 3.28084e-5 = 3.28084 ft/s².
Result100000 mGal = 3.28084 ft/s²
Conversion table
| mGal | ft/s² |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3.2808e-5 |
| 2 | 6.5617e-5 |
| 5 | 0.00016404 |
| 10 | 0.00032808 |
| 20 | 0.00065617 |
| 50 | 0.0016404 |
| 100 | 0.0032808 |
| 200 | 0.0065617 |
| 500 | 0.016404 |
| 1000 | 0.032808 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from mGal to ft/s²?
1 mGal equals 3.28084e-5 ft/s². To convert, multiply the value in milligals by 3.28084e-5.
How do I convert 1 mGal to ft/s²?
1 mGal = 3.28084e-5 ft/s². For any value, multiply by 3.28084e-5.
How do I convert ft/s² back to mGal?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 30480. So 1 ft/s² = 30480 mGal.
When would I need to convert milligal to foot per second squared?
Acceleration conversions between mGal and ft/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).
Related conversions
- ft/s² → mGalfoot per second squared → milligal
- m/s² → ft/s²metre per second squared → foot per second squared
- ft/s² → m/s²foot per second squared → metre per second squared
- ft/s² → gfoot per second squared → standard gravity
- g → ft/s²standard gravity → foot per second squared
- ft/s² → cm/s²foot per second squared → centimetre per second squared (Gal)