Speed Converter

Convert Foot per Minute to Foot per Second

Instantly convert Foot per Minute to Foot per Second with our advanced Speed calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Foot per Minute or Foot per Second, this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.

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What is a Foot per Minute?

The Foot per Minute (ft/min) is a unit of speed often used to measure climbing rates or conveyor belt speeds.

What is a Foot per Second?

The Foot per Second (ft/s) is a unit of speed and velocity, expressing the distance in feet traveled divided by the time in seconds.

How to Convert Foot per Minute to Foot per Second

To convert Foot per Minute to Foot per Second, divide the Foot per Minute value by 60.

ft/s = ft/min ÷ 60

Manual Calculation Steps

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Step 1: Identify the Formula

The standard formula to convert from Foot per Minute to Foot per Second is:

ft/s = ft/min ÷ 60
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Step 2: Plug in the Value

Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 ft/min) into the formula.

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Step 3: Calculate the Result

Perform the calculation to get the result in Foot per Second.

Foot per Minute to Foot per Second Conversion Table

Foot per Minute (ft/min)Foot per Second (ft/s)
10.0166667 ft/s
50.0833333 ft/s
100.166667 ft/s
250.416667 ft/s
500.833333 ft/s
1001.66667 ft/s
5008.33333 ft/s
100016.6667 ft/s

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Foot per Second are in a Foot per Minute?

There are 0.0166667 Foot per Second in 1 Foot per Minute.

What is the difference between Foot per Minute and Foot per Second?

Foot per Minute and Foot per Second are both units used to measure speed. The Foot per Minute is smaller than the Foot per Second.

How do I convert Foot per Minute to Foot per Second?

To convert Foot per Minute to Foot per Second, divide the Foot per Minute value by 60. For example, to find out how many Foot per Second there are in a specific number of Foot per Minute, simply apply this formula.

What are the common uses of Foot per Minute and Foot per Second?

Foot per Minute and Foot per Second are commonly used in speed measurements. Foot per Minute is often used for smaller scale measurements relative to Foot per Second.