Velocity
m/stocm/s
Convert metres per second (m/s) to centimetres per second (cm/s).
Factor1 m/s = 100 cm/s
Converter
m/s
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
cm/s
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
cm/s = m/s × 100
Multiply any value in metres per second by 100 to obtain the value in centimetres per second.
Worked example
Convert 1 m/s to cm/s.
- 01Start with 1 m/s.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 100 = 100 cm/s.
Result1 m/s = 100 cm/s
Conversion table
| m/s | cm/s |
|---|---|
| 1 | 100 |
| 2 | 200 |
| 5 | 500 |
| 10 | 1000 |
| 20 | 2000 |
| 50 | 5000 |
| 100 | 10000 |
| 200 | 20000 |
| 500 | 50000 |
| 1000 | 1.0000e+5 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from m/s to cm/s?
1 m/s equals 100 cm/s. To convert, multiply the value in metres per second by 100.
How do I convert 1 m/s to cm/s?
1 m/s = 100 cm/s. For any value, multiply by 100.
How do I convert cm/s back to m/s?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.01. So 1 cm/s = 0.01 m/s.
When would I need to convert metre per second to centimetre per second?
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).