Hertz to Revolutions per Minute Converter

One Hertz equals 60 Revolutions per Minute (1 Hz = 60 rpm). Multiply a Hertz value by 60 to get the equivalent in Revolutions per Minute. Use the calculator above for instant results, or follow the formula, worked examples, and reference table below.

Formula

rpm = Hz × 60

Multiply the Hertz value by 60 to get the equivalent value in Revolutions per Minute.

Example Conversions

1 Hertz (Hz)

60 Revolutions per Minute (rpm)

5 Hertz (Hz)

300 Revolutions per Minute (rpm)

10 Hertz (Hz)

600 Revolutions per Minute (rpm)

25 Hertz (Hz)

1500 Revolutions per Minute (rpm)

100 Hertz (Hz)

6000 Revolutions per Minute (rpm)

Conversion Table

Common conversion values from Hertz to Revolutions per Minute
Hertz (Hz) Revolutions per Minute (rpm)
0.1 6
0.5 30
1 60
2 120
5 300
10 600
25 1500
50 3000
100 6000
250 15000
500 30000
1000 60000

How to Convert Manually

Use these steps to convert Hertz values to Revolutions per Minute without the calculator.

  1. Write down the value in Hertz (Hz) that you want to convert.
  2. Multiply that value by 60.
  3. For example, 10 Hertz × 60 = 600 Revolutions per Minute.
  4. Label the result as Revolutions per Minute (rpm).

Relative Size Comparison

1 Hertz
1Hz
1 Revolutions per Minute0.01666666667Hertzs

This chart shows the visual difference in size between exactly one Hertz and one Revolutions per Minute.

About Hertz and Revolutions per Minute

The hertz is the SI derived unit of frequency — one cycle per second, named after Heinrich Hertz. Sound pitch, mains electricity (50/60 Hz), and display refresh all measure in hertz. Revolutions per minute counts full rotations each minute — 1 rpm equals 1/60 Hz. Engine speeds, hard drives, and washing machine spin cycles are rated in rpm. One Hertz equals 60 Revolutions per Minute (1 Hz = 60 rpm). Hertz to Revolutions per Minute conversion comes up most often in audio pitch and tuning and in mains power frequency, typically when figures need restating for engine tachometer readings.

Precision and Rounding: Frequency conversions are exact decimal shifts except rpm and rps, which involve the factor 60. Audio and radio work round to convenient figures; clock signals, tuning, and rotating machinery balancing need the unrounded value.

Conversion factors per NIST Special Publication 811 and the BIPM SI Brochure (9th edition) (reference).

Worked Example

15 Hertz equals 900 Revolutions per Minute.

15 Hz × 60 = 900 rpm

FAQ

How do I convert Hertz to Revolutions per Minute?

Multiply the Hertz value by 60 to get the equivalent value in Revolutions per Minute.

What is the formula for Hertz to Revolutions per Minute?

The formula is rpm = Hz × 60.

How many Revolutions per Minute are in 1 Hertz?

1 Hertz equals 60 Revolutions per Minute.

Can I convert Revolutions per Minute back to Hertz?

Yes. 1 Revolutions per Minute equals 0.01666666667 Hertz, and the related converter can reverse the calculation.

What are common names for Hertz and Revolutions per Minute?

Hertz is shown as Hz and may also be searched as hertz. Revolutions per Minute is shown as rpm and may also be searched as revolutions per minute, rev/min.

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