Period to Frequency Calculator

Enter a period and pick your units. See frequency, rpm, and angular speed together clearly. Download results as CSV or PDF in one click.

Time for one cycle.
Scaled from hertz.
Useful for very small periods.
Requires a wave speed input.
Meters per second (m/s).
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Example Data Table

Period (T) Converted T (s) Frequency (f = 1/T)
0.02 s 0.02 s 50 Hz
1 ms 0.001 s 1000 Hz (1 kHz)
8.333 ms 0.008333 s ≈120 Hz
16.667 ms 0.016667 s ≈60 Hz
2 min 120 s 0.008333 Hz

Tip: For tiny periods (µs or ns), enable scientific notation.

Formula Used

Where T is period (seconds), f is frequency (hertz), ω is rad/s, v is wave speed (m/s), and λ is wavelength (meters).

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter the period value for one complete cycle.
  2. Select the matching period unit, like ms or min.
  3. Choose the frequency unit you prefer for output.
  4. Set significant figures for cleaner rounding and reports.
  5. Optional: enable wavelength and enter wave speed in m/s.
  6. Press Calculate Frequency to view results above.
  7. Use the CSV or PDF buttons to export the results.

1) What period and frequency represent

Period (T) is the time for one full cycle. Frequency (f) is the number of cycles completed per second. Because they are reciprocals, decreasing T always increases f. This tool converts a single measured period into useful frequency outputs.

2) Unit conversion to seconds

The calculator first converts your entered period to seconds using the selected unit. It supports seconds, milliseconds, microseconds, nanoseconds, minutes, and hours. Accurate unit handling matters when comparing sensors, timers, and waveforms, because a small unit mistake can change frequency by thousands or millions.

3) Main formula used

After conversion, frequency is computed with f = 1/T. The primary result is in hertz (Hz). You can also view scaled units like kHz, MHz, or GHz for compact reporting. For example, T = 0.02 s gives f = 50 Hz, while T = 1 ms gives f = 1000 Hz (1 kHz).

4) Common reference values

Many systems sit in familiar ranges. Power systems are often 50 Hz or 60 Hz, corresponding to T ≈ 0.02 s or T ≈ 0.01667 s. A 120 Hz refresh-like signal repeats every 8.333 ms. A 440 Hz tone has a period near 2.27 ms. Seeing these pairs builds intuition quickly.

5) Angular frequency for physics

For vibration and harmonic motion, angular frequency is helpful. The calculator computes ω = 2πf in rad/s. This value plugs directly into equations for sinusoidal motion, impedance, and resonance. When f is known, ω removes repeated 2π conversions and keeps analysis consistent.

6) RPM for rotating machines

Mechanical rotation is often expressed as revolutions per minute. The tool provides rpm = 60f, which is useful for motors, fans, and shafts. For instance, 10 Hz equals 600 rpm, and 25 Hz equals 1500 rpm. This lets you move between electrical timing and mechanical speed instantly.

7) Optional wavelength and exports

If you also know wave speed v, the calculator can estimate wavelength using λ = v/f. With v = 343 m/s, a 1 kHz sound has λ ≈ 0.343 m. After computing, download CSV for spreadsheets or PDF for sharing a clean summary. Use scientific notation for tiny periods, and increase significant figures when you need more stable rounding results.


FAQs

1) What if my period is in milliseconds or microseconds?

Select the correct period unit. The tool converts your value to seconds internally, then calculates frequency accurately.

2) Can I display frequency in kHz, MHz, or GHz?

Yes. Choose an output unit from the frequency menu. The calculator scales the hertz result into the unit you select.

3) Why does it show rpm and angular frequency?

rpm helps with rotating equipment, while ω = 2πf is used in many physics and vibration formulas. Showing both saves extra steps.

4) When should I enable scientific notation?

Enable it for very small periods (µs or ns) or very large frequencies. It keeps numbers readable without losing scale.

5) How do I calculate wavelength here?

Check “Also compute wavelength” and enter wave speed in m/s. The tool uses λ = v/f and reports wavelength in meters.

6) What do the CSV and PDF downloads contain?

They include your input period, converted seconds, frequency outputs, rpm, and angular frequency. If wavelength is enabled, wave speed and wavelength are included.

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