Convert ton (assay) (US) to pound (troy or apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)] to pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t], or Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to ton (assay) (US).
1 AT (US) = 0.0781441756876 lb t. To convert ton (assay) (US) to pound (troy or apothecary), multiply the value by 0.0781441756876; to go the other way, divide by it (1 lb t = 12.7968590263 AT (US)). Both units measure weight and mass and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 AT (US) = 0.0781441756876 lb t
- 1 lb t = 12.7968590263 AT (US)
- 10 AT (US) = 0.781441756876 lb t
- 100 AT (US) = 7.81441756876 lb t
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Us) to Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
1 AT (US) = 0.0781441756876374 lb t
Example: convert 15 AT (US) to lb t:
15 AT (US) = 15 × 0.0781441756876374 lb t = 1.17216263531456 lb t
Ton (Assay) (Us) to Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) Conversion Table
| ton (assay) (US) | pound (troy or apothecary) |
|---|---|
| 1 AT (US) | 0.0781441756876 lb t |
| 2 AT (US) | 0.156288351375 lb t |
| 3 AT (US) | 0.234432527063 lb t |
| 5 AT (US) | 0.390720878438 lb t |
| 10 AT (US) | 0.781441756876 lb t |
| 20 AT (US) | 1.56288351375 lb t |
| 50 AT (US) | 3.90720878438 lb t |
| 100 AT (US) | 7.81441756876 lb t |
| 500 AT (US) | 39.0720878438 lb t |
| 1000 AT (US) | 78.1441756876 lb t |
Ton (Assay) (Us)
The ton (assay) (US), symbolized as AT (US), is a unit of weight used primarily in the assay and precious metals industry, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United States as a standardized measure for precious metal content in assays, aligning with the metric system but retaining the traditional 'ton' terminology for industry consistency.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (AT US) is used mainly in the precious metals industry for assay purposes, especially in the context of gold and silver purity measurements, and is part of weight and mass conversions within the 'Common Converters' category.
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
A pound (troy or apothecary) is a unit of weight used primarily for precious metals and gemstones, equivalent to 12 ounces or approximately 373 grams.
History/Origin
The troy pound originated in the medieval French town of Troyes, historically used in the trade of precious metals and gemstones. The apothecary pound was used in pharmacy for weighing medicines and ingredients. Both units have roots in medieval European systems of measurement.
Current Use
The troy pound is still used in the precious metals industry, especially for gold, silver, and gemstones. The apothecary pound is largely obsolete but may still be referenced in historical contexts or traditional practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ton (assay) (US) in pound (troy or apothecary)?
1 ton (assay) (US) (AT (US)) = 0.0781441756876 pound (troy or apothecary) (lb t).
How do you convert ton (assay) (US) to pound (troy or apothecary)?
Multiply the ton (assay) (US) value by 0.0781441756876. For example, 25 AT (US) × 0.0781441756876 = 1.95360439219 lb t.
What is 10 ton (assay) (US) in pound (troy or apothecary)?
10 AT (US) = 0.781441756876 lb t.
Which unit is larger, the ton (assay) (US) or the pound (troy or apothecary)?
The pound (troy or apothecary) is the larger unit: 1 AT (US) equals only 0.0781441756876 lb t.