Convert Degrees per second to Revolutions per second
Instantly convert Degrees per second (deg/s) to Revolutions per second (rev/s) with our free online calculator.
Formula: deg/s to rev/s — multiply by 0.00277778
Reference Table
| Degrees per second (deg/s) | Revolutions per second (rev/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00277778 |
| 5 | 0.0138889 |
| 10 | 0.0277778 |
| 25 | 0.0694444 |
| 50 | 0.138889 |
| 100 | 0.277778 |
How to Convert Degrees per second to Revolutions per second
Formula
To convert Degrees per second (deg/s) to Revolutions per second (rev/s): multiply by 0.00277778
Step-by-Step
- Start with your value in Degrees per second (deg/s).
- Multiply by 0.00277778 to perform the conversion.
- The result is your value expressed in Revolutions per second (rev/s).
Conversion Factor
1 deg/s = 0.00277778 rev/s
Reverse Factor
1 rev/s = 360 deg/s
Worked Example
Convert 25 Degrees per second to Revolutions per second: 25 deg/s = 0.0694444 rev/s
About Degree per second (deg/s)
Angular velocity expressed in degrees rotated per second (1 deg/s = π/180 rad/s ≈ 0.01745 rad/s = 1/6 RPM). Deg/s is the standard reporting unit in aviation and aerospace for rotational rates: aircraft yaw / pitch / roll body-rate gyros per ARINC 429 inertial-reference unit data buses, missile guidance systems (typical airframe-rate limits 100-400 deg/s for fighter aircraft, up to 1,000 deg/s for short-range AAMs), satellite attitude-control system (ACS) reaction-wheel and CMG rates per AIAA standards, and the default unit on consumer-grade IMU (inertial measurement unit) datasheets and drone flight controllers (InvenSense MPU-6050, Bosch BMI160, ST LSM6DSL series). A standard 3-axis MEMS gyroscope chip typically measures up to ±2,000 deg/s full-scale (FSR) with programmable lower-range settings of ±250 / ±500 / ±1,000 deg/s for better noise floor at slower rates.
About Revolution per second (rev/s)
Rotational speed expressed in full turns per second (1 rev/s = 60 RPM = 2π rad/s ≈ 6.283 rad/s = 360 deg/s). Rev/s is used in specialized contexts where RPM feels too slow or where the per-second timebase matches the calculation's other time units. Common applications: laboratory centrifuges (Beckman Coulter Avanti J-26 max rotor speed ~5,000 RPM = 83 rev/s; Sorvall RC-6+ ~16,000 RPM = 267 rev/s; ultracentrifuges like Beckman Optima MAX 150,000 RPM = 2,500 rev/s for protein and nucleic-acid separation), automotive turbochargers (small passenger-car turbos run 150,000-250,000 RPM = 2,500-4,200 rev/s; truck/marine turbos slower at 30,000-80,000 RPM), high-speed grinding spindles and dental drills (200,000-400,000 RPM = 3,300-6,700 rev/s), and inertial-confinement-fusion target-rotation rigs. 1 rev/s = 60 RPM = 2π rad/s ≈ 6.28 rad/s.
Quick Facts
- 1 Degree per second equals 0.00277778 Revolutions per second
- 1 Revolution per second equals 360 Degrees per second
- Degree per second is a unit of angular velocity
- Revolution per second is a unit of angular velocity
- This conversion is commonly used in motor specifications, rotating machinery, and mechanical design
Common Degree per second to Revolution per second Conversions
| Degrees per second (deg/s) | Revolutions per second (rev/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0000277778 |
| 0.1 | 0.000277778 |
| 0.25 | 0.000694444 |
| 0.5 | 0.00138889 |
| 1 | 0.00277778 |
| 2 | 0.00555556 |
| 3 | 0.00833333 |
| 5 | 0.0138889 |
| 10 | 0.0277778 |
| 15 | 0.0416667 |
| 20 | 0.0555556 |
| 25 | 0.0694444 |
| 50 | 0.138889 |
| 75 | 0.208333 |
| 100 | 0.277778 |
| 250 | 0.694444 |
| 500 | 1.38889 |
| 1000 | 2.77778 |
| 5000 | 13.8889 |
| 10000 | 27.7778 |
Understanding Degrees per second
The Degree per second (symbol: deg/s) is a unit of angular velocity. Angular velocity expressed in degrees rotated per second (1 deg/s = π/180 rad/s ≈ 0.01745 rad/s = 1/6 RPM). Deg/s is the standard reporting unit in aviation and aerospace for rotational rates: aircraft yaw / pitch / roll body-rate gyros per ARINC 429 inertial-reference unit data buses, missile guidance systems (typical airframe-rate limits 100-400 deg/s for fighter aircraft, up to 1,000 deg/s for short-range AAMs), satellite attitude-control system (ACS) reaction-wheel and CMG rates per AIAA standards, and the default unit on consumer-grade IMU (inertial measurement unit) datasheets and drone flight controllers (InvenSense MPU-6050, Bosch BMI160, ST LSM6DSL series). A standard 3-axis MEMS gyroscope chip typically measures up to ±2,000 deg/s full-scale (FSR) with programmable lower-range settings of ±250 / ±500 / ±1,000 deg/s for better noise floor at slower rates.
Degrees per second are commonly used in motor specifications, rotating machinery, and mechanical design.
Understanding Revolutions per second
The Revolution per second (symbol: rev/s) is a unit of angular velocity. Rotational speed expressed in full turns per second (1 rev/s = 60 RPM = 2π rad/s ≈ 6.283 rad/s = 360 deg/s). Rev/s is used in specialized contexts where RPM feels too slow or where the per-second timebase matches the calculation's other time units. Common applications: laboratory centrifuges (Beckman Coulter Avanti J-26 max rotor speed ~5,000 RPM = 83 rev/s; Sorvall RC-6+ ~16,000 RPM = 267 rev/s; ultracentrifuges like Beckman Optima MAX 150,000 RPM = 2,500 rev/s for protein and nucleic-acid separation), automotive turbochargers (small passenger-car turbos run 150,000-250,000 RPM = 2,500-4,200 rev/s; truck/marine turbos slower at 30,000-80,000 RPM), high-speed grinding spindles and dental drills (200,000-400,000 RPM = 3,300-6,700 rev/s), and inertial-confinement-fusion target-rotation rigs. 1 rev/s = 60 RPM = 2π rad/s ≈ 6.28 rad/s.
Revolutions per second are commonly used in motor specifications, rotating machinery, and mechanical design.
Why Convert Degrees per second to Revolutions per second?
Converting between Degrees per second and Revolutions per second is a frequent requirement for engineers, scientists, and students working with angular velocity values. Different industries and regions favour different unit systems, so having a dependable conversion tool saves time and prevents errors in technical calculations. Whether you are verifying a specification sheet, cross-checking simulation results, or preparing a report for an international audience, accurate angular velocity conversion is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Degrees per second to Revolutions per second?
Angular velocity expressed in degrees rotated per second (1 deg/s = π/180 rad/s ≈ 0. To convert Degrees per second to Revolutions per second, multiply by 0.00277778. For example, 25 deg/s equals 0.0694444 rev/s.
How many Revolutions per second are in 1 Degree per second?
There are 0.00277778 Revolutions per second in 1 Degree per second.
How many Degrees per second are in 1 Revolution per second?
There are 360 Degrees per second in 1 Revolution per second.
What is the formula for Degree per second to Revolution per second conversion?
The formula is: multiply by 0.00277778. This means 1 deg/s = 0.00277778 rev/s.
Is a Degree per second bigger than a Revolution per second?
Yes. One Degree per second is larger than one Revolution per second because 1 deg/s equals 0.00277778 rev/s, which is less than 1.
When do you need to convert between Degrees per second and Revolutions per second?
Rotational speed expressed in full turns per second (1 rev/s = 60 RPM = 2π rad/s ≈ 6. Degree per second and Revolution per second are both angular velocity units, so conversion comes up whenever one source of information uses one unit and another uses the other — a classic cross-reference challenge in engineering, trade, travel, and everyday life.