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Convert Revolutions per second to Degrees per second

Instantly convert Revolutions per second (rev/s) to Degrees per second (deg/s) with our free online calculator.

Reviewed by Christopher FloiedUpdated

Formula: rev/s to deg/smultiply by 360

Reference Table

Revolutions per second (rev/s)Degrees per second (deg/s)
1360
51800
103600
259000
5018000
10036000

How to Convert Revolutions per second to Degrees per second

Formula

To convert Revolutions per second (rev/s) to Degrees per second (deg/s): multiply by 360

Step-by-Step

  1. Start with your value in Revolutions per second (rev/s).
  2. Multiply by 360 to perform the conversion.
  3. The result is your value expressed in Degrees per second (deg/s).

Conversion Factor

1 rev/s = 360 deg/s

Reverse Factor

1 deg/s = 0.00277778 rev/s

Worked Example

Convert 25 Revolutions per second to Degrees per second: 25 rev/s = 9000 deg/s

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.

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.

Quick Facts

  • 1 Revolution per second equals 360 Degrees per second
  • 1 Degree per second equals 0.00277778 Revolutions per second
  • Revolution per second is a unit of angular velocity
  • Degree per second is a unit of angular velocity
  • This conversion is commonly used in motor specifications, rotating machinery, and mechanical design

Common Revolution per second to Degree per second Conversions

Revolutions per second (rev/s)Degrees per second (deg/s)
0.013.6
0.136
0.2590
0.5180
1360
2720
31080
51800
103600
155400
207200
259000
5018000
7527000
10036000
25090000
500180000
1000360000
50001800000
100003600000

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.

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.

Why Convert Revolutions per second to Degrees per second?

Converting between Revolutions per second and Degrees 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 Revolutions per second to Degrees per second?

Rotational speed expressed in full turns per second (1 rev/s = 60 RPM = 2π rad/s ≈ 6. To convert Revolutions per second to Degrees per second, multiply by 360. For example, 25 rev/s equals 9000 deg/s.

How many Degrees per second are in 1 Revolution per second?

There are 360 Degrees per second in 1 Revolution per second.

How many Revolutions per second are in 1 Degree per second?

There are 0.00277778 Revolutions per second in 1 Degree per second.

What is the formula for Revolution per second to Degree per second conversion?

The formula is: multiply by 360. This means 1 rev/s = 360 deg/s.

Is a Revolution per second bigger than a Degree per second?

No. One Revolution per second is smaller than one Degree per second because 1 rev/s equals 360 deg/s, which is greater than 1.

When do you need to convert between Revolutions per second and Degrees per second?

Angular velocity expressed in degrees rotated per second (1 deg/s = π/180 rad/s ≈ 0. Revolution per second and Degree 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.

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