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ft to m Converter (Feet to Meters)
Convert building bay spans, column unbraced lengths, and story heights between feet and meters.
ft to m Conversion Formula
To convert any value in Feet (ft) to Meters (m), multiply the quantity by the exact factor 0.3048.
ft to m Conversion Chart
| ft (Feet) | m (Meters) | Conversion Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3048 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 5 ft | 1.524 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 8 ft | 2.4384 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 12 ft | 3.6576 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 14 ft | 4.2672 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 15 ft | 4.572 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 25 ft | 7.62 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 30 ft | 9.144 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 35 ft | 10.668 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 40 ft | 12.192 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 50 ft | 15.24 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 60 ft | 18.288 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 75 ft | 22.86 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
| 100 ft | 30.48 m | 1 ft = 0.30480 m |
Design Context
Structural Engineering Application
1 foot is defined internationally as exactly 0.3048 meters. Bay spans of 30 feet correspond to 9.144 meters.
Engineering Pitfall
Common Conversion Mistake
Confusing decimal feet (12.5 ft) with feet and inches (12'-5" = 12.417 ft).
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