Velocity
cm/stokn
Convert centimetres per second (cm/s) to knots (kn).
Factor1 cm/s = 0.01943844 kn
Converter
cm/s
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kn
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kn = cm/s × 0.01943844
Multiply any value in centimetres per second by 0.01943844 to obtain the value in knots.
Worked example
Convert 100 cm/s to kn.
- 01Start with 100 cm/s.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 0.01943844 = 1.94384 kn.
Result100 cm/s = 1.94384 kn
Conversion table
| cm/s | kn |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.019438 |
| 2 | 0.038877 |
| 5 | 0.097192 |
| 10 | 0.19438 |
| 20 | 0.38877 |
| 50 | 0.97192 |
| 100 | 1.9438 |
| 200 | 3.8877 |
| 500 | 9.7192 |
| 1000 | 19.438 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from cm/s to kn?
1 cm/s equals 0.01943844 kn. To convert, multiply the value in centimetres per second by 0.01943844.
How do I convert 1 cm/s to kn?
1 cm/s = 0.0194384 kn. For any value, multiply by 0.01943844.
How do I convert kn back to cm/s?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 51.44444. So 1 kn = 51.4444 cm/s.
When would I need to convert centimetre per second to knot?
Velocity conversions are needed for fluid flow analysis (line velocity targets, erosional limits), gas-stream calculations, and equipment specs that mix m/s, ft/s and engineering speed units.
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).