Acceleration
mGaltom/s²
Convert milligals (mGal) to metres per second squared (m/s²).
Factor1 mGal = 1e-5 m/s²
Converter
mGal
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
m/s²
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
m/s² = mGal × 1e-5
Multiply any value in milligals by 1e-5 to obtain the value in metres per second squared.
Worked example
Convert 100000 mGal to m/s².
- 01Start with 100000 mGal.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100000 × 1e-5 = 1 m/s².
Result100000 mGal = 1 m/s²
Conversion table
| mGal | m/s² |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1e-5 |
| 2 | 2e-5 |
| 5 | 5e-5 |
| 10 | 0.0001 |
| 20 | 0.0002 |
| 50 | 0.0005 |
| 100 | 0.001 |
| 200 | 0.002 |
| 500 | 0.005 |
| 1000 | 0.01 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from mGal to m/s²?
1 mGal equals 1e-5 m/s². To convert, multiply the value in milligals by 1e-5.
How do I convert 1 mGal to m/s²?
1 mGal = 1e-5 m/s². For any value, multiply by 1e-5.
How do I convert m/s² back to mGal?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 100000. So 1 m/s² = 100000 mGal.
When would I need to convert milligal to metre per second squared?
Acceleration conversions between mGal 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).
Related conversions
- m/s² → mGalmetre 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
- m/s² → gmetre per second squared → standard gravity
- g → m/s²standard gravity → metre per second squared
- m/s² → cm/s²metre per second squared → centimetre per second squared (Gal)