Revolutions per Second to Kilohertz Converter

Result

0.001
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Conversion Formula

Factor

1 rps=0.001 kHz1\ \mathrm{rps} = 0.001\ \mathrm{kHz}

Formula

kHz=rps÷1,000\mathrm{kHz} = \mathrm{rps} \div 1,000

Unit Description

Revolutions per Second (rps)

Definition

Revolutions per second (rps) is a unit of rotational frequency representing the number of complete rotations around a fixed axis in one second. It provides a more direct relationship to the hertz unit for rotational measurements.

History

RPS developed as a scientific alternative to RPM, providing a direct conversion to hertz (1 rps = 1 Hz for rotational motion). It became important in scientific and engineering applications where SI units were preferred over traditional mechanical units.

Current Use

RPS is used in scientific applications, high-speed machinery, precision instruments, and engineering calculations where direct conversion to hertz is beneficial. It's found in centrifuge specifications, high-speed motor ratings, and scientific equipment.

Kilohertz (kHz)

Definition

A kilohertz (kHz) is a unit of frequency equal to one thousand hertz (10³ Hz). It represents moderate frequencies commonly found in audio applications, low-frequency radio, and various electronic systems.

History

The kilohertz became important with the development of audio technology and early radio communications. It provided a convenient scale for describing audio frequencies and low-frequency radio waves, becoming essential in the development of broadcasting and audio equipment.

Current Use

Kilohertz is extensively used in audio engineering, AM radio broadcasting, audio equipment specifications, and low-frequency electronic applications. It's standard for describing audio frequency ranges, AM radio frequencies, and various audio processing equipment.

Conversion Table

Revolutions per Second(rps)
Kilohertz(kHz)
1
0.001
2
0.002
3
0.003
4
0.004
5
0.005
6
0.006
7
0.007
8
0.008
9
0.009
10
0.01
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Conversion Examples

Convert 1 Revolutions per Second to Kilohertz

  1. Conversion Factor: 1 rps = 0.001 kHz
  2. Conversion Formula: kHz = rps ÷ 1,000
  3. Calculation: 1 rps ÷ 1,000 = 0.001 kHz

Convert 10 Revolutions per Second to Kilohertz

  1. Conversion Factor: 1 rps = 0.001 kHz
  2. Conversion Formula: kHz = rps ÷ 1,000
  3. Calculation: 10 rps ÷ 1,000 = 0.01 kHz

Convert 100 Revolutions per Second to Kilohertz

  1. Conversion Factor: 1 rps = 0.001 kHz
  2. Conversion Formula: kHz = rps ÷ 1,000
  3. Calculation: 100 rps ÷ 1,000 = 0.1 kHz

Convert 1,000 Revolutions per Second to Kilohertz

  1. Conversion Factor: 1 rps = 0.001 kHz
  2. Conversion Formula: kHz = rps ÷ 1,000
  3. Calculation: 1,000 rps ÷ 1,000 = 1 kHz
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