Kilohertz to Revolutions per minute
Convert kilohertz to revolutions per minute (kHz to rpm). 1 kHz = 60,000 rpm. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.
How to convert kilohertz to revolutions per minute
Multiply the amount in kilohertz by 60,000 to get revolutions per minute. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
rpm = kHz × 60,000Worked example
1 kHz = 60,000 rpm. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.
Units and assumptions
One hertz is one cycle per second. Kilohertz, megahertz and gigahertz use decimal powers of 1,000. RPM is revolutions per minute; 60 RPM equals 1 Hz.
Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.
Kilohertz to Revolutions per minute table
| Kilohertz (kHz) | Revolutions per minute (rpm) |
|---|---|
| 0 | 0 |
| 1 | 60,000 |
| 5 | 300,000 |
| 10 | 600,000 |
| 25 | 1,500,000 |
| 100 | 6,000,000 |
| 1,000 | 60,000,000 |
About this conversion
What is the formula for kilohertz to revolutions per minute?
rpm = kHz × 60,000. Multiply the amount in kilohertz by 60,000 to get revolutions per minute. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
How do I convert back to kilohertz?
Use the revolutions per minute to kilohertz calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.
Can I use a different pair of units?
Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the frequency converter to browse all supported pairs.