Online Velocity Angular Units Converter
How to Convert from Degree/minute [°/min] to Radian/minute [rad/min]?

How to Convert from Degree/minute [°/min] to Radian/minute [rad/min]?

Easily convert angular velocity from degree per minute (°/min) to radian per minute (rad/min) using this online unit converter. Suitable for scientific and engineering calculations involving angular motion.

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Degree/minute [°/min] to Radian/minute [rad/min] Conversion Table

Degree/minute [°/min] Radian/minute [rad/min]

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Degree/minute [°/min] to Radian/minute [rad/min] Conversion Table
Degree/minute [°/min] Radian/minute [rad/min]

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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms angular velocity values measured in degrees per minute (°/min) into radians per minute (rad/min), facilitating the use of SI units in scientific, engineering, and automation applications where precise angular velocity measurements are essential.

How to Use This Tool?

  • Enter the angular velocity value you want to convert in degree per minute (°/min).
  • Select degree/minute as the input unit and radian/minute as the output unit.
  • Click the convert button to get the equivalent value in radian per minute (rad/min).
  • Use the provided formula and examples as references if needed.

Key Features

  • Converts degree/minute (°/min) to radian/minute (rad/min) unit values accurately.
  • Browser-based and easy to use with no installation required.
  • Supports use cases in astronomy, control systems, and mechanical instrumentation.
  • Provides examples demonstrating conversion calculations.

Examples

  • Convert 10 °/min to rad/min: 10 × 0.0174532925 = 0.174532925 rad/min
  • Convert 5 °/min to rad/min: 5 × 0.0174532925 = 0.0872664625 rad/min

Common Use Cases

  • Astronomical telescope tracking and slew rate calculations.
  • Setting pan/tilt speeds for surveillance or time-lapse cameras requiring precise angular control.
  • Defining rotational rates in control systems for motors and servomotors.
  • Describing rotation speeds in instrumentation and laboratory equipment using SI units.
  • Modeling mechanical scanning or rotation rates in radar and antenna systems.

Tips & Best Practices

  • Always verify that angular velocity is constant before applying conversions.
  • Use radians per minute (rad/min) for calculations where SI units are preferred.
  • Refer to conversion examples to ensure accuracy in your calculations.
  • Keep in mind that degrees and radians differ, so converted numeric values will change accordingly.

Limitations

  • Numeric values differ significantly because degrees and radians represent angles differently.
  • Degrees per minute may be less practical than radians per second for very high angular speeds.
  • Conversion assumes steady angular velocity and may not be suitable for rapidly changing speeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert from degree/minute to radian/minute?
Converting to radian/minute aligns angular velocity measurements with the SI system, which is commonly used in scientific and engineering fields for precision.

Can this tool handle rapidly changing angular velocities?
No, the conversion assumes constant angular velocity and may not be appropriate for variable rotational speeds without additional analysis.

What are typical applications for degree/minute units?
Degree/minute units are often used in telescope tracking, surveillance camera control, and mechanical scanning where slow, precise angular movements are important.

Key Terminology

Degree per minute [°/min]
A unit of angular velocity representing one degree of rotation occurring every minute, typically used for slow rotational rates.
Radian per minute [rad/min]
An SI-derived unit of angular velocity expressing the angle in radians swept per minute, commonly used in scientific and engineering contexts.
Angular velocity
The rate at which an object rotates or changes its angular position over time.

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