Convert Revolutions per Second to Cycles per Minute
Input the number of rps you want to convert to cycles per minute.
How to Convert RPS to Cycles per Minute
The revolutions per second and cycles per minute are both units of frequency. 1 revolutions per second equals 59.999999999 cycles per minute. This means to convert rps to cycles per minute, you multiply by 59.999999999.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 RPS to cycles per minute:
We need to convert rps to cycles per minute
Since 1 RPS = 59.999999999 CPM, multiply by 59.999999999
5 × 59.999999999 = 299.99999999
5 RPS = 299.99999999 CPM
Revolutions per Second to Cycles per Minute Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common revolutions per second to cycles per minute conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| RPS (RPS) | Cycles per Minute (CPM) |
|---|---|
| 1 RPS | 59.999999999 CPM |
| 2 RPS | 120 CPM |
| 5 RPS | 299.99999999 CPM |
| 10 RPS | 599.99999999 CPM |
| 15 RPS | 899.99999998 CPM |
| 20 RPS | 1200 CPM |
| 25 RPS | 1500 CPM |
| 50 RPS | 2999.9999999 CPM |
| 100 RPS | 5999.9999999 CPM |
About These Units
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert rps to cycles per minute?
To convert rps to cycles per minute, multiply the value by 59.999999999. For example, 10 RPS = 599.99999999 CPM.
How many cycles per minute are in 1 revolutions per second?
1 revolutions per second equals 59.999999999 cycles per minute.
What is the formula for rps to cycles per minute?
The formula is: CPM = RPS × 59.999999999.