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EPSG:5042 — WGS 84 / UPS South (E,N)

Projected coordinate reference system. Area of use: World - S hemisphere - south of 60°S.

Code
EPSG:5042
Type
Projected
Area
World - S hemisphere - south of 60°S

PROJ definition

+proj=stere +lat_0=-90 +lon_0=0 +k=0.994 +x_0=2000000 +y_0=2000000 +datum=WGS84 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs

Geographic bounds

W -180°   S -90°   E 180°   N -60°

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Frequently asked questions

What is the proj4 string for EPSG:5042?
The proj4 definition for EPSG:5042 is: +proj=stere +lat_0=-90 +lon_0=0 +k=0.994 +x_0=2000000 +y_0=2000000 +datum=WGS84 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs
Where is EPSG:5042 used?
EPSG:5042 (WGS 84 / UPS South (E,N)) is defined for the area: World - S hemisphere - south of 60°S.