Arcminutes (′) to Revolutions (rev) Conversion
Arcminutes
The arcminute (′, Unicode U+2032) is a unit of angle equal to exactly 1/60 of a degree, or π/10,800 radians. It is used in astronomy to describe the apparent size of celestial objects — the full Moon subtends approximately 30 arcminutes (half a degree) as seen from Earth. In navigation, position coordinates are routinely expressed in degrees and arcminutes: 51°30′N is the latitude of London. In optics, the resolving power of the human eye is approximately 1 arcminute, which is why standard vision charts are designed accordingly.
Revolutions
A revolution (rev) is a unit of angle equal to exactly one complete rotation — 360 degrees, 2π radians, or 400 gradians. It is used in engineering and mechanics to describe rotational motion, most commonly as revolutions per minute (RPM) — the standard measure of rotational speed for engines, motors, turbines, and drill bits. A car engine at idle typically runs at 700–900 RPM; at highway cruising speed, 2,000–3,000 RPM. In astronomy, the orbital period of Earth is exactly one revolution around the Sun per year.
| Arcminutes (′) | Revolutions (rev) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ′ | 0.00000463 rev |
| 1 ′ | 0.0000463 rev |
| 2 ′ | 0.0000926 rev |
| 3 ′ | 0.000139 rev |
| 5 ′ | 0.000231 rev |
| 10 ′ | 0.000463 rev |
| 20 ′ | 0.000926 rev |
| 30 ′ | 0.00139 rev |
| 50 ′ | 0.00231 rev |
| 100 ′ | 0.00463 rev |
| 1000 ′ | 0.0463 rev |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many revolutions are in 1 arcminutes?
1 arcminutes (′) is exactly 0.0000463 revolutions (rev).
How do I convert arcminutes to revolutions?
Multiply the value in arcminutes by 0.0000463 to get the result in revolutions. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.