Radian per Minute to Revolution per Minute Conversion

Convert between Radian per Minute and Revolution per Minute quickly and accurately.

rad/min
r/min

How to Convert Radian per Minute to Revolution per Minute

Conversion Formula

1 rad/min = 0.159 r/min
1 r/min = 6.283 rad/min

Example

Convert 15 rad/min to r/min:

15 rad/min = 15 × 0.159 r/min = 2.387 r/min

Unit Information

Learn about the velocity - angular units you're converting between

Radian per Minute

rad/min

Definition

The radian per minute is a unit of angular velocity representing the rate of angular displacement over a one-minute period. It is commonly used for measuring rotational speeds in mechanical systems, motor specifications, and industrial equipment.

History/Origin

Radian per minute was developed as a practical unit for mechanical engineering applications where rotational speeds are often measured in minutes rather than seconds. It provides a convenient scale for describing moderate-speed rotational motion in industrial contexts.

Current Use

Radian per minute is widely used in mechanical engineering for motor specifications, in industrial automation for describing conveyor belt speeds, and in manufacturing for monitoring rotational equipment performance in production processes.

Multiplier

0.017

Offset

0

Revolution per Minute

r/min

Definition

The revolution per minute (RPM) is a unit of angular velocity representing the number of complete rotations over a one-minute period. It is the most commonly used unit for measuring rotational speeds in mechanical systems, motors, and industrial equipment.

History/Origin

Revolution per minute was established as the standard unit for measuring rotational speeds in mechanical engineering and industrial applications. It provides a practical and intuitive measure for describing how fast rotating equipment operates in manufacturing and mechanical systems.

Current Use

RPM is widely used in mechanical engineering for motor specifications, in automotive industry for engine speeds, in industrial automation for describing equipment performance, and in manufacturing for monitoring rotational equipment performance in production processes.

Multiplier

0.105

Offset

0

Radian per Minute to Revolution per Minute Conversion Table

Radian per Minute [rad/min] Revolution per Minute [r/min]
1 rad/min 0.159155 r/min
10 rad/min 1.591549 r/min
25 rad/min 3.978874 r/min
50 rad/min 7.957747 r/min
100 rad/min 15.915494 r/min
0 rad/min 0E+0 r/min
-10 rad/min -1.591549 r/min
-40 rad/min -6.366198 r/min