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Online Calculator
RPM and linear speed calculator
Relate the revolutions per minute to the ideal linear speed of a wheel or rotating element.
Circumference
1.884956 m
Linear speed
94.24778 m/s
Linear speed
339.292007 km/h
Ideal calculation with no slip or mechanical losses.
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Frequently asked questions
What data do I need?
RPM and diameter.
What formula does it use?
Circumference multiplied by revolutions per minute, then converted to speed per second and per hour.
Does it account for slip?
No. It is an idealized calculation.
What unit should the diameter have?
Meters in this tool.