Convert Kelvin to Rankine
Convert kelvin to rankine by entering a value below.
How to Convert Kelvin to Rankine
The kelvin and rankine are both units of temperature measurement. To convert kelvin to rankine, use the formula °R = K × 9/5.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 100 K to rankine:
Formula: °R = K × 9/5
100 × 9/5 = 180
100 K = 180 °R
Kelvin to Rankine Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kelvin to rankine conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kelvin (K) | Rankine (°R) |
|---|---|
| 1 K | 1.8 °R |
| 2 K | 3.6 °R |
| 5 K | 9 °R |
| 10 K | 18 °R |
| 15 K | 27 °R |
| 20 K | 36 °R |
| 25 K | 45 °R |
| 50 K | 90 °R |
| 100 K | 180 °R |
About These Units
Kelvin (K)
Kelvin (K) is the SI base unit for temperature, used in science and engineering. Absolute zero (0 K) is -273.15°C or -459.67°F—the coldest possible temperature where molecular motion stops. No degree symbol is used with Kelvin. Water freezes at 273.15 K. Named after Lord Kelvin.
Rankine (°R)
Rankine (°R) is an absolute temperature scale using Fahrenheit-sized degrees. Absolute zero is 0°R (-459.67°F). Water freezes at 491.67°R and boils at 671.67°R. Used in some US engineering applications, particularly thermodynamics. Named after Scottish engineer William Rankine.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kelvin to rankine?
Use the formula: °R = K × 9/5. For example, to convert 25 K, apply the formula to get 45 °R.
What is the formula for kelvin to rankine?
The formula is: °R = K × 9/5.
What is 0 K in °R?
0 K equals 0 °R.