Convert between angular velocity (RPM, rad/s) and linear velocity (m/s, ft/s) using radius. Ideal for motor design, car tire speed, wind turbines, robotics, and physics education. Supports real-time bidirectional calculation with scientific accuracy.
| Conversion | Formula |
|---|---|
| RPM → rad/s | ω = (2π / 60) × RPM ≈ 0.10472 × RPM |
| rad/s → RPM | RPM = (60 / 2π) × ω ≈ 9.5493 × ω |
| Angular → Linear (m/s) | v = ω × r |
| m/s → ft/s | v_ft/s = v_m/s × 3.28084 |
| ft/s → m/s | v_m/s = v_ft/s ÷ 3.28084 |
A motor runs at 3000 RPM.
A shaft rotates at 100 rad/s.
A wheel has a radius of 0.1 m and rotates at 100 rad/s.
A car moves at 20 m/s. The tire radius is 0.3 m.
You need the radius of rotation.
First, convert RPM to rad/s: ω = (2π / 60) × RPM
Then, calculate linear speed: v = ω × r
Example: 3000 RPM, r = 0.1 m → v = 314.16 × 0.1 = 31.42 m/s
One revolution equals 2π radians, and 1 minute has 60 seconds.
So: 1 RPM = 2π / 60 ≈ 0.10472 rad/s
To convert: rad/s = RPM × 0.10472
Yes! Enter the tire radius (e.g., 0.3 m) and input either RPM or speed (m/s or ft/s).
The tool will calculate the other values, helping you understand how fast your car is moving based on wheel rotation.
Because linear velocity depends on both angular speed and distance from the center.
A point farther from the axis moves faster than one closer, even if they rotate at the same RPM.
This is why larger wheels travel faster at the same RPM.
Yes. Angular velocity is a vector quantity (has magnitude and direction), while angular speed is scalar (only magnitude).
In most practical applications, we use the term interchangeably when direction isn't critical.
The calculations use standard SI units and exact mathematical constants (π, 3.28084 for ft/m).
Results are precise to 4–6 significant digits, suitable for engineering and academic purposes.