Revolution per Minute to Revolution per Day Conversion

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

r/min
r/d

How to Convert Revolution per Minute to Revolution per Day

Conversion Formula

1 r/min = 1440 r/d
1 r/d = 0.001 r/min

Example

Convert 15 r/min to r/d:

15 r/min = 15 × 1440 r/d = 21600 r/d

Unit Information

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

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

Revolution per Day

r/d

Definition

The revolution per day is a unit of angular velocity representing the number of complete rotations over a 24-hour period. It is commonly used for measuring very slow rotational motions in astronomical, geological, and mechanical applications.

History/Origin

Revolution per day was developed for measuring extremely slow rotational velocities in astronomical observations and geological studies. It provides a practical unit for describing the Earth's rotation, planetary movements, and other celestial phenomena that occur over extended time periods.

Current Use

Revolution per day is primarily used in astronomy for describing planetary rotation rates, in geology for measuring tectonic plate movements, and in environmental monitoring for tracking slow changes in natural systems over extended periods.

Multiplier

0

Offset

0

Revolution per Minute to Revolution per Day Conversion Table

Revolution per Minute [r/min] Revolution per Day [r/d]
1 r/min 1440 r/d
10 r/min 14400 r/d
25 r/min 36000 r/d
50 r/min 72000 r/d
100 r/min 144000 r/d
0 r/min 0E+0 r/d
-10 r/min -14400 r/d
-40 r/min -57600 r/d