Gal to Metres per second squared
Convert gal to metres per second squared (Gal to m/s²). 1 Gal = 0.01 m/s². Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.
How to convert gal to metres per second squared
Multiply the amount in gal by 0.01 to get metres per second squared. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
m/s² = Gal × 0.01Worked example
1 Gal = 0.01 m/s². Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.
Units and assumptions
Uses metres per second squared. Standard gravity gₙ is exactly 9.80665 m/s²; local gravitational acceleration may differ. A Gal is 1 cm/s². Negative values preserve a chosen direction. Values are rounded to 12 significant figures for display.
Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.
Gal to Metres per second squared table
| Gal (Gal) | Metres per second squared (m/s²) |
|---|---|
| 0 | 0 |
| 1 | 0.01 |
| 5 | 0.05 |
| 10 | 0.1 |
| 25 | 0.25 |
| 100 | 1 |
| 1,000 | 10 |
About this conversion
What is the formula for gal to metres per second squared?
m/s² = Gal × 0.01. Multiply the amount in gal by 0.01 to get metres per second squared. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
How do I convert back to gal?
Use the metres per second squared to gal calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.
Can I use a different pair of units?
Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the acceleration converter to browse all supported pairs.