Convert Feet per Second to Meter per Minute
Instantly convert Feet per Second (ft/s) to Meter per Minute (m/min) with our free online calculator.
Formula: ft/s to m/min — multiply by 18.288
Reference Table
| Feet per Second (ft/s) | Meter per Minute (m/min) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 18.288 |
| 5 | 91.44 |
| 10 | 182.88 |
| 25 | 457.2 |
| 50 | 914.4 |
| 100 | 1828.8 |
How to Convert Feet per Second to Meter per Minute
Formula
To convert Feet per Second (ft/s) to Meter per Minute (m/min): multiply by 18.288
Step-by-Step
- Start with your value in Feet per Second (ft/s).
- Multiply by 18.288 to perform the conversion.
- The result is your value expressed in Meter per Minute (m/min).
Conversion Factor
1 ft/s = 18.288 m/min
Reverse Factor
1 m/min = 0.0546807 ft/s
Worked Example
Convert 25 Feet per Second to Meter per Minute: 25 ft/s = 457.2 m/min
About Foot per Second (ft/s)
A US-customary cutting-speed unit equal to exactly 60 ft/min = 18.288 m/min (= 0.3048 m/s). ft/s appears occasionally in specialty US machining applications where m/s would be the equivalent metric unit: high-speed abrasive waterjet cutting (Flow Waterjet, OMAX, Jet Edge industrial waterjet machines specify pump-pressure and traverse rates with mixed units), high-speed CBN/diamond superabrasive grinding wheels (ANSI B7.1 maximum operating speed dual-listed in ft/s and m/s for safety guarding compliance — typical 16,500 ft/s = 5,000 m/min surface speed for vitrified-bond CBN), some legacy US military specifications for ammunition-case rotary machining and barrel-rifling operations per MIL-STD, and a handful of academic-research papers from US universities studying chip morphology at very high cutting speeds (where the units feel natural for dimensional-analysis purposes alongside ft/s flow velocities). Most US machining practice defaults to ft/min (SFM) rather than ft/s. Convert ft/s to m/min by multiplying by 18.288; to SFM by multiplying by 60; to m/s by multiplying by 0.3048.
About Meter per Minute (m/min)
The standard metric unit of cutting speed (also called 'surface speed' v_c) in machining — the tangential velocity of the cutting edge relative to the workpiece surface. m/min is the primary cutting-speed unit in European/Asian machining handbooks (Sandvik Coromant Technical Guide, Iscar World of Metal Cutting, Walter Tools Cutting Data Catalog, Mitsubishi Materials, Kyocera Cutting Tools) and modern CNC controller post-processors (Siemens 840D / 828D, Fanuc 31i / 32i / 35i, Heidenhain iTNC 530 / TNC 640). Surface speed and spindle RPM relate via v_c = π·D·n/1000 (with D in mm, n in rev/min, v_c in m/min). Typical recommended cutting speeds per Sandvik Coromant CoroKey: mild-steel (P-group ISO 513) turning with HSS tool 25-40 m/min; carbide insert 150-250 m/min; coated carbide CVD AlTiN 250-400 m/min; cermet 400-600 m/min; ceramic SiAlON for cast iron 400-800 m/min; CBN for hardened steel >50 HRC 100-200 m/min; aluminum-alloy turning with PCD-tipped tool 500-3,000 m/min; carbon-fiber composite high-speed machining with PCD 800-1,500 m/min. CAD/CAM software (Mastercam, NX CAM, Esprit, Fusion 360) defaults to m/min cutting speed in metric-projects.
Quick Facts
- 1 Foot per Second equals 18.288 Meter per Minute
- 1 Meter per Minute equals 0.0546807 Feet per Second
- Foot per Second is a unit of cutting speed
- Meter per Minute is a unit of cutting speed
- This conversion is commonly used in CNC machining, manufacturing processes, and tool selection
- The Foot per Second belongs to the imperial system
- The Meter per Minute belongs to the metric system
Common Foot per Second to Meter per Minute Conversions
| Feet per Second (ft/s) | Meter per Minute (m/min) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.18288 |
| 0.1 | 1.8288 |
| 0.25 | 4.572 |
| 0.5 | 9.144 |
| 1 | 18.288 |
| 2 | 36.576 |
| 3 | 54.864 |
| 5 | 91.44 |
| 10 | 182.88 |
| 15 | 274.32 |
| 20 | 365.76 |
| 25 | 457.2 |
| 50 | 914.4 |
| 75 | 1371.6 |
| 100 | 1828.8 |
| 250 | 4572 |
| 500 | 9144 |
| 1000 | 18288 |
| 5000 | 91440 |
| 10000 | 182880 |
Understanding Feet per Second
The Foot per Second (symbol: ft/s) is a unit of cutting speed. A US-customary cutting-speed unit equal to exactly 60 ft/min = 18.288 m/min (= 0.3048 m/s). ft/s appears occasionally in specialty US machining applications where m/s would be the equivalent metric unit: high-speed abrasive waterjet cutting (Flow Waterjet, OMAX, Jet Edge industrial waterjet machines specify pump-pressure and traverse rates with mixed units), high-speed CBN/diamond superabrasive grinding wheels (ANSI B7.1 maximum operating speed dual-listed in ft/s and m/s for safety guarding compliance — typical 16,500 ft/s = 5,000 m/min surface speed for vitrified-bond CBN), some legacy US military specifications for ammunition-case rotary machining and barrel-rifling operations per MIL-STD, and a handful of academic-research papers from US universities studying chip morphology at very high cutting speeds (where the units feel natural for dimensional-analysis purposes alongside ft/s flow velocities). Most US machining practice defaults to ft/min (SFM) rather than ft/s. Convert ft/s to m/min by multiplying by 18.288; to SFM by multiplying by 60; to m/s by multiplying by 0.3048.
It belongs to the imperial measurement system.
Feet per Second are commonly used in CNC machining, manufacturing processes, and tool selection.
Understanding Meter per Minute
The Meter per Minute (symbol: m/min) is a unit of cutting speed. The standard metric unit of cutting speed (also called 'surface speed' v_c) in machining — the tangential velocity of the cutting edge relative to the workpiece surface. m/min is the primary cutting-speed unit in European/Asian machining handbooks (Sandvik Coromant Technical Guide, Iscar World of Metal Cutting, Walter Tools Cutting Data Catalog, Mitsubishi Materials, Kyocera Cutting Tools) and modern CNC controller post-processors (Siemens 840D / 828D, Fanuc 31i / 32i / 35i, Heidenhain iTNC 530 / TNC 640). Surface speed and spindle RPM relate via v_c = π·D·n/1000 (with D in mm, n in rev/min, v_c in m/min). Typical recommended cutting speeds per Sandvik Coromant CoroKey: mild-steel (P-group ISO 513) turning with HSS tool 25-40 m/min; carbide insert 150-250 m/min; coated carbide CVD AlTiN 250-400 m/min; cermet 400-600 m/min; ceramic SiAlON for cast iron 400-800 m/min; CBN for hardened steel >50 HRC 100-200 m/min; aluminum-alloy turning with PCD-tipped tool 500-3,000 m/min; carbon-fiber composite high-speed machining with PCD 800-1,500 m/min. CAD/CAM software (Mastercam, NX CAM, Esprit, Fusion 360) defaults to m/min cutting speed in metric-projects.
It belongs to the metric measurement system.
Meter per Minute are commonly used in CNC machining, manufacturing processes, and tool selection.
Why Convert Feet per Second to Meter per Minute?
Converting between Feet per Second and Meter per Minute is a frequent requirement for engineers, scientists, and students working with cutting speed 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 cutting speed conversion is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Feet per Second to Meter per Minute?
A US-customary cutting-speed unit equal to exactly 60 ft/min = 18. To convert Feet per Second to Meter per Minute, multiply by 18.288. For example, 25 ft/s equals 457.2 m/min.
How many Meter per Minute are in 1 Foot per Second?
There are 18.288 Meter per Minute in 1 Foot per Second.
How many Feet per Second are in 1 Meter per Minute?
There are 0.0546807 Feet per Second in 1 Meter per Minute.
What is the formula for Foot per Second to Meter per Minute conversion?
The formula is: multiply by 18.288. This means 1 ft/s = 18.288 m/min.
Is a Foot per Second bigger than a Meter per Minute?
No. One Foot per Second is smaller than one Meter per Minute because 1 ft/s equals 18.288 m/min, which is greater than 1.
When do you need to convert between Feet per Second and Meter per Minute?
The standard metric unit of cutting speed (also called 'surface speed' v_c) in machining — the tangential velocity of the cutting edge relative to the workpiece surface. Foot per Second and Meter per Minute are both cutting speed 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.