Convert carat to ton (long)
Please provide values below to convert carat [car, ct] to ton (long) [ton (UK)], or Convert ton (long) to carat.
1 car, ct = 1.96841305522e-07 ton (UK). To convert carat to ton (long), multiply the value by 1.96841305522e-07; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ton (UK) = 5080234.544 car, ct). 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 car, ct = 1.96841305522e-07 ton (UK)
- 1 ton (UK) = 5080234.544 car, ct
- 10 car, ct = 1.96841305522e-06 ton (UK)
- 100 car, ct = 1.96841305522e-05 ton (UK)
How to Convert Carat to Ton (Long)
1 car, ct = 1.96841305522212e-07 ton (UK)
Example: convert 15 car, ct to ton (UK):
15 car, ct = 15 × 1.96841305522212e-07 ton (UK) = 2.95261958283318e-06 ton (UK)
Carat to Ton (Long) Conversion Table
| carat | ton (long) |
|---|---|
| 1 car, ct | 1.96841305522e-07 ton (UK) |
| 2 car, ct | 3.93682611044e-07 ton (UK) |
| 3 car, ct | 5.90523916567e-07 ton (UK) |
| 5 car, ct | 9.84206527611e-07 ton (UK) |
| 10 car, ct | 1.96841305522e-06 ton (UK) |
| 20 car, ct | 3.93682611044e-06 ton (UK) |
| 50 car, ct | 9.84206527611e-06 ton (UK) |
| 100 car, ct | 1.96841305522e-05 ton (UK) |
| 500 car, ct | 9.84206527611e-05 ton (UK) |
| 1000 car, ct | 0.000196841305522 ton (UK) |
Carat
A carat is a unit of mass used to measure gemstones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams.
History/Origin
The carat originated from the carob seed, which was historically used as a counterweight in balance scales due to its uniform weight. The term has been used since the 16th century to measure precious stones.
Current Use
Today, the carat is primarily used in the jewelry industry to specify the weight of diamonds and other gemstones, with 1 carat equaling 0.2 grams.
Ton (Long)
A long ton, also known as the imperial ton or UK ton, is a unit of weight equal to 2,240 pounds or 1,016.0469 kilograms.
History/Origin
The long ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measurement for large quantities of goods and materials, particularly in shipping and trade, during the 19th century. It was used alongside other imperial units before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the long ton is primarily used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries for measuring large quantities of freight, cargo, and in certain industrial contexts. It is less common internationally, having been largely replaced by the metric ton (tonne).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 carat in ton (long)?
1 carat (car, ct) = 1.96841305522e-07 ton (long) (ton (UK)).
How do you convert carat to ton (long)?
Multiply the carat value by 1.96841305522e-07. For example, 25 car, ct × 1.96841305522e-07 = 4.92103263806e-06 ton (UK).
What is 10 carat in ton (long)?
10 car, ct = 1.96841305522e-06 ton (UK).
Which unit is larger, the carat or the ton (long)?
The ton (long) is the larger unit: 1 car, ct equals only 1.96841305522e-07 ton (UK).