Convert revolutions per minute to hertz
Convert revolutions per minute (rpm) to hertz (Hz). 1 rpm = 0.0166667 Hz, and 1 Hz = 60 rpm.
RPM to Hz formula
Hz = rpm ÷ 60
Divide the number of revolutions per minute by 60.
Example: To convert 60 rpm to hertz: 60 ÷ 60 = 1 Hz.
Quick answers
- What is 60 rpm in hertz?
- 60 rpm = 1 Hz
- What is 1,000 rpm in hertz?
- 1,000 rpm = 16.6667 Hz
- What is 3,000 rpm in hertz?
- 3,000 rpm = 50 Hz
RPM to Hz conversion table
Hz to RPM table| revolutions per minute (rpm) | hertz (Hz) |
|---|---|
| 1 rpm | 0.0166667 Hz |
| 60 rpm | 1 Hz |
| 100 rpm | 1.66667 Hz |
| 500 rpm | 8.33333 Hz |
| 1,000 rpm | 16.6667 Hz |
| 1,500 rpm | 25 Hz |
| 3,000 rpm | 50 Hz |
| 3,600 rpm | 60 Hz |
| 5,400 rpm | 90 Hz |
| 6,000 rpm | 100 Hz |
| 7,200 rpm | 120 Hz |
| 10,000 rpm | 166.667 Hz |
Frequently asked questions
How many revolutions per minute are in a hertz?
There are 60 revolutions per minute in a hertz (1 Hz = 60 rpm), so 1 rpm = 0.0166667 Hz.
How do I convert revolutions per minute to hertz?
Divide the number of revolutions per minute by 60. To convert 60 rpm to hertz: 60 ÷ 60 = 1 Hz.
Is the RPM to Hz conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined exactly, so 1 revolution per minute is exactly 0.0166666666667 hertz. Results on this page are rounded to six significant digits; pick more decimals in the converter if you need them.
What is 60 rpm in hertz?
60 rpm = 1 Hz.
How do I convert hertz back to revolutions per minute?
Use the reverse relationship: 1 Hz = 60 rpm. The Hz to RPM page has a converter and a full table.