Radian to Turn Conversion

Convert between Radian and Turn quickly and accurately.

From Radian

rad

To Turn

turn

How to Convert Radian to Turn

Conversion Formula

1 rad = 0.159 turn

1 turn = 6.283 rad

Example

Convert 15 rad to turn:

15 rad = 15 × 0.159 turn = 2.387 turn

Unit Information

Learn about the angle units you're converting between

Radian

rad

Definition

Radian is the SI unit for measuring angles, defined as the angle subtended by an arc equal in length to the radius of the circle. One radian equals approximately 57.2958 degrees.

History/Origin

The radian was introduced by James Thomson in 1873. It became the standard unit for angular measurement in the International System of Units (SI) due to its mathematical elegance.

Current Use

Radians are used in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer graphics, and scientific calculations where precise angular measurements are required.

Multiplier

57.296

Offset

Turn

turn

Definition

Turn is a unit of angle measurement equal to one complete rotation or 360 degrees. It represents a full turn around a circle.

History/Origin

The turn as a unit of measurement has been used since ancient times to describe complete rotations.

Current Use

Turns are used in mechanical engineering, physics, rotational motion calculations, and describing complete rotations.

Multiplier

360

Offset