🌡️Rankine Converter

Convert between Rankine and Fahrenheit temperature scales.

Fahrenheit (°F)

Rankine (°R)

°R = °F + 459.67 | Absolute zero = 0 °R = −459.67 °F

About Rankine Converter

Convert between the Rankine and Fahrenheit temperature scales. Rankine is an absolute thermodynamic temperature scale using Fahrenheit-sized degrees, where 0°R is absolute zero. The conversion is °R = °F + 459.67. Used in some US engineering and thermodynamics applications.

How to Use Rankine Converter

1
Enter your value
Type a temperature in either the Fahrenheit or Rankine field.
2
See the result
The conversion appears instantly in the other field.
3
Copy the result
Click copy to use the converted temperature.

Common Use Cases

US engineering thermodynamics calculations
Aeronautical and aerospace temperature work
Chemical engineering process design
Converting legacy US scientific temperature data

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you convert Fahrenheit to Rankine?

Add 459.67 to the Fahrenheit temperature. For example, 32°F (water's freezing point) = 491.67°R.

What is 0 Rankine in Fahrenheit?

0°R is absolute zero, which equals −459.67°F.

When is Rankine used?

Rankine is used in some US engineering fields, particularly in thermodynamics and aeronautical engineering where Fahrenheit-based absolute temperatures are needed.