Hexadecimal (Base-16) to Octal (Base-8) Converter
Quick Answer
1 hex = 2 oct
Formula: Octal (Base-8) = Hexadecimal (Base-16) x 2
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To (Octal (Base-8))
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Quick values
Hexadecimal (Base-16) to Octal (Base-8) Conversion Table
| Hexadecimal (Base-16) (hex) | Octal (Base-8) (oct) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2 |
| 2 | 4 |
| 3 | 6 |
| 4 | 8 |
| 5 | 10 |
| 6 | 12 |
| 7 | 14 |
| 8 | 16 |
| 9 | 18 |
| 10 | 20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you convert Hexadecimal (Base-16) to Octal (Base-8)?
Use the formula Octal (Base-8) = Hexadecimal (Base-16) x 2. For example: 1 hex = 2 oct. Our calculator handles this automatically.
How many Octal (Base-8)s in a Hexadecimal (Base-16)?
1 hex = 2 oct.
Why would I need to convert Hexadecimal (Base-16) to Octal (Base-8)?
Converting Hexadecimal (Base-16) to Octal (Base-8) is useful for scientific calculations, engineering projects, international trade, and everyday measurements where different unit systems are used.
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Reference factors
2
oct per hex
0.5
hex per oct
Contents
Formula audit
Octal (Base-8) = Hexadecimal (Base-16) x 2
1 hex = 2 oct
Results use the shared conversion engine and retain the full conversion rule before display formatting.
Unit reference
CategoryNumbers
Input unitHexadecimal (Base-16) (hex)
Output unitOctal (Base-8) (oct)