Octal to Binary Conversion

Convert between Octal and Binary quickly and accurately.

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bin

How to Convert Octal to Binary

Conversion Formula

1 oct = 4 bin
1 bin = 0.25 oct

Example

Convert 15 oct to bin:

15 oct = 15 × 4 bin = 60 bin

Unit Information

Learn about the numbers units you're converting between

Octal

oct

Definition

Octal is a base-8 numeral system using digits 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7. It was historically important in early computer systems and is still used in some programming contexts.

History/Origin

Octal was widely used in early computer systems, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s. It was popular because it maps easily to binary (3 bits per octal digit).

Current Use

Octal is used in some programming languages, file permissions (Unix/Linux), and certain computer science applications.

Multiplier

8

Offset

0

Binary

bin

Definition

Binary is a base-2 numeral system using only digits 0 and 1. It is fundamental to computer science and digital electronics, representing data in the most basic form that computers can process.

History/Origin

Binary notation was developed by Gottfried Leibniz in the 17th century, though the concept dates back to ancient civilizations. It became essential with the advent of digital computers in the 20th century.

Current Use

Binary is used in computer programming, digital circuits, data storage systems, and all digital technology. It forms the foundation of how computers process and store information.

Multiplier

2

Offset

0

Octal to Binary Conversion Table

Octal [oct] Binary [bin]
1 oct 4 bin
10 oct 40 bin
25 oct 100 bin
50 oct 200 bin
100 oct 400 bin
0 oct 0E+0 bin
-10 oct -40 bin
-40 oct -160 bin