Kelvin to Rankine Converter
Multiply a temperature in Kelvin by 1.8 to express it in the Rankine scale.
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- 273.15 K ⇒ 491.67 °R
- 400 K ⇒ 720 °R
- 100 K ⇒ 180 °R
FAQ
What is the Rankine scale?
A temperature scale used in engineering, similar to Kelvin but measured in Fahrenheit-sized degrees.
Can Kelvin be negative?
No, Kelvin starts at absolute zero.
How do I convert Rankine back to Kelvin?
Divide Rankine by 1.8.
Is Rankine commonly used?
It's mainly used in certain engineering fields in the United States.
Additional Information
- Rankine uses Fahrenheit-sized degrees starting from absolute zero.
- Both Kelvin and Rankine are absolute temperature scales.
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