Speed Converter

Convert Foot per Minute to Inch per Second

Instantly convert Foot per Minute to Inch per Second with our advanced Speed calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Foot per Minute or Inch 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 Inch per Second?

The Inch per Second (ips) is a unit of speed used in industrial machining and recording tape speeds.

How to Convert Foot per Minute to Inch per Second

To convert Foot per Minute to Inch per Second, divide the Foot per Minute value by 5.

in/s = ft/min ÷ 5

Manual Calculation Steps

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Step 1: Identify the Formula

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

in/s = ft/min ÷ 5
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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 Inch per Second.

Foot per Minute to Inch per Second Conversion Table

Foot per Minute (ft/min)Inch per Second (in/s)
10.2 in/s
51 in/s
102 in/s
255 in/s
5010 in/s
10020 in/s
500100 in/s
1000200 in/s

Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 0.2 Inch per Second in 1 Foot per Minute.

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

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

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

To convert Foot per Minute to Inch per Second, divide the Foot per Minute value by 5. For example, to find out how many Inch 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 Inch per Second?

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