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

How to Convert from Degree/minute [°/min] to Revolution/minute [r/min]?

Learn how to convert angular velocity values from degree per minute (°/min) to revolution per minute (r/min) using a straightforward unit converter. Understand their uses, conversion steps, and typical applications.

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Degree/minute [°/min] to Revolution/minute [r/min] Conversion Table

Degree/minute [°/min] Revolution/minute [r/min]

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Degree/minute [°/min] to Revolution/minute [r/min] Conversion Table
Degree/minute [°/min] Revolution/minute [r/min]

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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter helps translate angular velocity measurements from degree per minute (°/min), a unit suited for slow rotational rates, to revolution per minute (r/min), commonly used for faster rotations in mechanical and motor systems.

How to Use This Tool?

  • Enter the angular velocity value in degree per minute (°/min)
  • Select the input unit as degree/minute and output unit as revolution/minute
  • Click the convert button to get the equivalent value in revolution/minute (r/min)
  • Review the results and apply them to your specific use case

Key Features

  • Converts angular velocity from degree/minute to revolution/minute
  • Supports applications in astronomy, engineering, automotive diagnostics, and industrial machinery
  • Browser-based and easy to use without requiring formulas
  • Provides practical examples for quick reference

Examples

  • 100 degree/minute equals 0.27777778 revolution/minute
  • 45 degree/minute converts to 0.125 revolution/minute

Common Use Cases

  • Astronomical telescope tracking and adjusting slew rates
  • Controlling pan/tilt speeds for surveillance and time-lapse cameras
  • Measuring slow rotational rates of radar or antenna systems
  • Automotive engine diagnostics using RPM values
  • Monitoring rotational speeds of electric motors and pumps
  • Operating laboratory centrifuges and machining spindles

Tips & Best Practices

  • Use degree/minute for precise, slow angular velocity measurements
  • Switch to revolution/minute when dealing with higher rotational speeds
  • Ensure consistent unit selection to avoid conversion errors
  • Apply the tool to compare slow angular motions with standard mechanical rotation rates

Limitations

  • Degree per minute is limited to slow angular velocities and may not suit fast rotations
  • Conversion factor is small, so using it at very high speeds might reduce precision
  • Units differ fundamentally from radian per second, which may be required in scientific contexts

Frequently Asked Questions

What does degree per minute measure?
Degree per minute (°/min) quantifies the angular displacement of one degree per minute, representing slow rates of rotation.

When should I use revolution per minute instead of degree per minute?
Revolution per minute (r/min) is preferred for faster rotational speeds such as engine RPM or motor speeds, while degree per minute suits slower movements.

Can this tool be used for very high-speed rotations?
Care should be taken with very high speeds as the small conversion factor may lead to loss of precision, and revolution per minute is generally better suited for such cases.

Key Terminology

Degree per minute (°/min)
A unit of angular velocity representing one degree of rotation occurring each minute, typically used for slow rotational movements.
Revolution per minute (r/min)
A measure of rotational speed indicating the number of full rotations completed per minute, commonly used in mechanical and motor applications.

Quick Knowledge Check

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