Convert Cycles per Minute to Revolutions per Second
Enter the number of cycles per minute that you want to convert to rps.
How to Convert Cycles per Minute to RPS
The cycles per minute and revolutions per second are both units of frequency. 1 revolutions per second equals 59.999999999 cycles per minute. This means to convert cycles per minute to rps, you divide by 59.999999999.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 CPM to rps:
We need to convert cycles per minute to rps
Since 1 RPS = 59.999999999 CPM, divide by 59.999999999
5 ÷ 59.999999999 = 0.0833333333
5 CPM = 0.0833333333 RPS
Cycles per Minute to Revolutions per Second Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common cycles per minute to revolutions per second conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Cycles per Minute (CPM) | RPS (RPS) |
|---|---|
| 1 CPM | 0.0166666667 RPS |
| 2 CPM | 0.0333333333 RPS |
| 5 CPM | 0.0833333333 RPS |
| 10 CPM | 0.1666666667 RPS |
| 15 CPM | 0.25 RPS |
| 20 CPM | 0.3333333333 RPS |
| 25 CPM | 0.4166666667 RPS |
| 50 CPM | 0.8333333334 RPS |
| 100 CPM | 1.6666666667 RPS |
About These Units
Cycles per Minute (CPM)
Cycles per minute (CPM) equals revolutions per minute for oscillating motion. Industrial machinery, ventilators (12-20 CPM for adults), and breathing rates use CPM. Equivalent to RPM but typically for non-rotating oscillations.
Revolutions per Second (RPS)
Revolutions per second (RPS) equals hertz for rotational motion—one complete rotation per second. Ceiling fans typically rotate at 1-4 RPS. Centrifuges operate at hundreds to thousands of RPS. Used in scientific and engineering contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert cycles per minute to rps?
To convert cycles per minute to rps, divide the value by 59.999999999. For example, 10 CPM = 0.1666666667 RPS.
How many rps are in 1 cycles per minute?
1 cycles per minute equals 0.0166666667 rps.
What is the formula for cycles per minute to rps?
The formula is: RPS = CPM ÷ 59.999999999.