Whole Circle ↔ Quadrantal Bearing Converter
WCB (0–360°) to N/S-E/W reduced bearings and back.
245° WCB = S 65° W. Old deeds and compass traverses speak quadrantal; total stations speak whole-circle — this is the translator.
Formula
Whole Circle ↔ Quadrantal Bearing Converter is a free whole circle bearing for surveyors, civil engineers and property buyers — instant, accurate and 100% client-side, with the governing formula and reference shown next to the result so the number can be defended, not just quoted.
About Whole Circle ↔ Quadrantal Bearing Converter
WCB (0–360°) to N/S-E/W reduced bearings and back. The calculation implements QI: θ · QII: 180−θ · QIII: θ−180 · QIV: 360−θ (Compass surveying — bearings). 245° WCB = S 65° W. Old deeds and compass traverses speak quadrantal; total stations speak whole-circle — this is the translator.
How to use Whole Circle ↔ Quadrantal Bearing Converter
- 1Enter Whole circle bearing in °.
- 2Read Reduced bearing (numeric part) instantly — no submit button needed.
Why use Whole Circle ↔ Quadrantal Bearing Converter?
- ✓Implements the standard formula — QI: θ · QII: 180−θ · QIII: θ−180 · QIV: 360−θ
- ✓Reference cited on-page: Compass surveying — bearings
- ✓Built-in engineering verdict flags out-of-range results instantly
- ✓Runs entirely in your browser — nothing uploaded, free forever
Frequently asked questions
What formula does the Whole Circle ↔ Quadrantal Bearing Converter use?+
It computes QI: θ · QII: 180−θ · QIII: θ−180 · QIV: 360−θ, per Compass surveying — bearings. The formula is displayed under the result.
What should I keep in mind when using this calculator?+
245° WCB = S 65° W. Old deeds and compass traverses speak quadrantal; total stations speak whole-circle — this is the translator.
Are regional land units exact?+
Conversion factors follow state revenue-department values noted on the tool. Units like bigha and katha vary by region, so always confirm the local factor named in your land records.
Is the Whole Circle ↔ Quadrantal Bearing Converter free to use?+
Yes — completely free, no sign-up, no limits. It runs client-side in your browser, so inputs stay private and results are instant even on slow connections.
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