Popular conversions
2 pairsRevolutions per Minute (RPM) ↔ Radian per Second
rpm ↔ rad/s
Revolutions per Minute (RPM) ↔ Degree per Second
rpm ↔ °/s
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Angular velocity measures how fast an object rotates or revolves, expressed as an angle per unit of time.
RPM (revolutions per minute) is the most common practical unit, while radians per second is the SI derived unit used in engineering calculations.
- Physical quantity
- Angular velocity
- SI unit
- Radian per second
- Common practical unit
- RPM
- Typical use
- Engine speed and rotational motion
What is angular velocity?
Angular velocity describes the rate of rotation of an object around an axis.
It is used for engine and motor speeds, turbines, hard drives and rotational dynamics.
RPM, radians and degrees per second
RPM expresses rotation as full revolutions per minute, a practical unit for engines and machinery.
Radians per second is the SI unit preferred in physics and engineering formulas.
Units
| Unit | Symbol | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Revolutions per Minute (RPM) | rpm | View unit guide |
| Radian per Second | rad/s | View unit guide |
| Degree per Second | °/s | View unit guide |
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The definitions and conversion relationships on this page are aligned with standard metrology and SI reference material.