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Kilohertz to RPM Converter

Convert Kilohertz to RPM

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How to Convert Kilohertz to RPM

To convert kilohertz to revolutions per minute (rpm), multiply the number of kilohertz by 60,000. This is because 1 kilohertz is equal to 1,000 hertz, and 1 hertz is 60 rpm.

Formula

RPM = Kilohertz × 60,000

or

rpm = kHz × 60,000

Step-by-step process

  1. Take the measurement in kilohertz
  2. Multiply that number by 60,000
  3. The result is the equivalent frequency in revolutions per minute

Examples

  • 1 kHz = 1 × 60,000 = 60,000 rpm
  • 5 kHz = 5 × 60,000 = 300,000 rpm
  • 10 kHz = 10 × 60,000 = 600,000 rpm

Common Kilohertz to RPM Conversions

Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:

Kilohertz (kHz) RPM Kilohertz (kHz) RPM
1 60,000 50 3,000,000
2 120,000 100 6,000,000
5 300,000 250 15,000,000
10 600,000 500 30,000,000
25 1,500,000 1,000 60,000,000

Other conversions from kilohertz

Kilohertz can be converted to various other units of frequency. Here are some common conversions:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many kilohertz are in an RPM?

There are 0.0000166667 kilohertz in one revolution per minute (RPM).