Newton to Rankine Converter

About Newton (°N) and Rankine (°R) Units

The Newton scale (°N) is a historical temperature scale created by the English scientist Isaac Newton in the early 18th century. In this system, 0°N corresponds to the freezing point of water, and 33°N roughly corresponds to the boiling point of water. Newton developed this scale while studying how liquids expand when heated. Although it is no longer in use today, the Newton scale is of historical significance and is sometimes referenced in studies of early temperature measurement systems. Rankine (°R) is a temperature scale named after the Scottish engineer William Rankine. It is mainly used in engineering and thermodynamics, especially in the United States. The Rankine scale uses absolute zero as its starting point, so 0°R equals absolute zero, and water freezes at 491.67°R. It is commonly used in heat engine calculations, thermodynamic cycles, and aerospace engineering where absolute temperatures are required in Fahrenheit increments.

Newton to Rankine Conversion Formula

To convert between Newton (°N) and Rankine (°R), use the following formulas:

1 Newton (°N) = 497.12454545454545 Rankine (°R)

1 Rankine (°R) = -89.95616666666666 Newton (°N)

Example Conversions: Newton to Rankine