UnitConAngular Velocity
Angular velocity measures how fast an object rotates. RPM is common in engines, fans, and machine tools, while radians per second is the SI unit used in engineering and physics. This converter helps compare shop-floor values with technical calculations. It is useful for mechanics, students, and design engineers.
Common conversions
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 1 Revolution per Minute | 0.1047198 Radian per Second |
| 60 Revolution per Minute | 360 Degree per Second |
| 1 Revolution per Second | 60 Revolution per Minute |
| 100 Revolution per Minute | 10.47198 Radian per Second |
| 500 Revolution per Minute | 8.333333 Revolution per Second |
| 1800 Revolution per Minute | 188.4956 Radian per Second |
| 3000 Revolution per Minute | 314.1593 Radian per Second |
| 3600 Revolution per Minute | 60 Revolution per Second |
Frequently asked questions
Multiply RPM by 2π and divide by 60. The converter handles that automatically and is useful when moving from motor specs to physics equations.
Angular velocity is the rotational rate of change of angle over time. It tells you how quickly something spins rather than how fast it moves in a straight line.
Many passenger cars idle at roughly 600 to 1,000 RPM. The exact value depends on engine design, temperature, and load.