Radian per Second to Revolution per Minute Conversion

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

rad/s
r/min

How to Convert Radian per Second to Revolution per Minute

Conversion Formula

1 rad/s = 9.549 r/min
1 r/min = 0.105 rad/s

Example

Convert 15 rad/s to r/min:

15 rad/s = 15 × 9.549 r/min = 143.239 r/min

Unit Information

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

Radian per Second

rad/s

Definition

The radian per second is the SI unit of angular velocity, representing the rate of change of angular displacement. It measures how fast an object rotates around a fixed axis, with one radian per second equal to approximately 57.3 degrees per second.

History/Origin

The radian per second was established as the SI base unit for angular velocity in the International System of Units. The radian itself was defined as the angle subtended by an arc equal in length to the radius, providing a natural unit for angular measurements in mathematical and physical applications.

Current Use

Radian per second is widely used in physics, engineering, and mathematics for describing rotational motion. It is essential in mechanical engineering for motor specifications, in physics for describing planetary motion, and in computer graphics for animation and 3D modeling applications.

Multiplier

1

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 Second to Revolution per Minute Conversion Table

Radian per Second [rad/s] Revolution per Minute [r/min]
1 rad/s 9.549297 r/min
10 rad/s 95.492966 r/min
25 rad/s 238.732415 r/min
50 rad/s 477.464829 r/min
100 rad/s 954.929659 r/min
0 rad/s 0E+0 r/min
-10 rad/s -95.492966 r/min
-40 rad/s -381.971863 r/min