How do you convert Rankine to Celsius?
To convert Rankine to Celsius, multiply by 5/9 and subtract 273.15. A value of 491.67 °R equals 0 °C.
Celsius = Rankine × 5/9 − 273.15
Rankine to Celsius conversion table
| Rankine (°R) | Celsius (°C) |
|---|---|
| 0 °R | -273.15 °C |
| 491.67 °R | 0 °C |
| 528.27 °R | 20.3333 °C |
| 559.67 °R | 37.7778 °C |
| 671.67 °R | 100 °C |
What is Rankine?
Rankine is a unit used in temperature conversions and practical measurement work.
Short history of Rankine
The Rankine scale was proposed by Scottish engineer William Rankine in 1859. It is an absolute scale with Fahrenheit-sized degrees, so 0 °R is absolute zero; it is still used in some US engineering work.
Open the Rankine unit guideWhat is Celsius?
Celsius is one of the most widely used temperature scales in daily and engineering practice.
Short history of Celsius
The Celsius scale became popular because it provides an intuitive reference tied to water phase-change temperatures.
Open the Celsius unit guideFrequently asked questions
What is 1 Rankine in Celsius?
1 °R = -272.594444444 °C.
How do you convert Rankine to Celsius?
To convert Rankine to Celsius, multiply by 5/9 and subtract 273.15. A value of 491.67 °R equals 0 °C.
Frequently asked questions
What is 1 °R in Celsius?
1 °R = -272.594 °C.
How do you convert Rankine to Celsius?
To convert Rankine to Celsius, multiply by 5/9 and subtract 273.15. A value of 491.67 °R equals 0 °C.
What is 1 °C in Rankine?
1 °C = 493.47 °R.