Convert Rankine to Fahrenheit
1 °R = -458.67 °F
Conversion Table
| rankine (°R) | fahrenheit (°F) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | -459.17 |
| 1 | -458.67 |
| 2 | -457.67 |
| 5 | -454.67 |
| 10 | -449.67 |
| 25 | -434.67 |
| 50 | -409.67 |
| 100 | -359.67 |
| 250 | -209.67 |
| 500 | 40.33 |
| 1000 | 540.33 |
How to Convert rankine to fahrenheit
Temperature conversions use specific formulas rather than simple multiplication. Use the converter above to get instant results.
About rankine and fahrenheit
The Conversion Formula
Temperature conversions between rankine and fahrenheit use specific formulas rather than a simple multiplication factor, because temperature scales have different zero points. Use the converter above or the reference table for quick lookups. For example, converting 25 °R gives -434.67 °F, and converting 100 °R gives -359.67 °F.
About rankine
The Rankine scale is to Fahrenheit what Kelvin is to Celsius. Proposed by William John Macquorn Rankine in 1859, it is an absolute thermodynamic scale. It starts at absolute zero (0°R), but its degree intervals are equal to Fahrenheit degrees. Water freezes at 491.67°R. It is primarily used in US engineering fields, specifically in thermodynamics and aerospace, where English units are still common. rankine are commonly used in Aerospace engineering (US), Thermodynamics systems, Heat engine calculations, and Gas turbine design.
Absolute zero is 0°R, which is -459.67°F.
About fahrenheit
The Fahrenheit scale was developed by Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit in 1724. He was the first to use mercury in thermometers, making them much more accurate. He defined 0°F as the temperature of a specific ice-salt brine mixture, and roughly 96°F as the human body temperature. While replaced by Celsius in most countries during the 20th century, Fahrenheit remains the official scale of the United States, valued by some for its more granular degrees for weather. fahrenheit are commonly used in Weather forecasting (US), Oven temperatures (US), Home thermostats (US), and Pool and spa settings, Old medical texts.
Room temperature is roughly 70°F.
When Would You Convert rankine to fahrenheit?
Converting between rankine and fahrenheit is one of the most common temperature conversions. This conversion frequently comes up when traveling between countries that use different temperature scales, following recipes from international sources, or interpreting weather forecasts and scientific data across different conventions.