Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to ton (assay) (US)
Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)], or Convert ton (assay) (US) to pound (troy or apothecary).
1 lb t = 12.7968590263 AT (US). To convert pound (troy or apothecary) to ton (assay) (US), multiply the value by 12.7968590263; to go the other way, divide by it (1 AT (US) = 0.0781441756876 lb t). 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 lb t = 12.7968590263 AT (US)
- 1 AT (US) = 0.0781441756876 lb t
- 10 lb t = 127.968590263 AT (US)
- 100 lb t = 1279.68590263 AT (US)
How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Ton (Assay) (Us)
1 lb t = 12.7968590262857 AT (US)
Example: convert 15 lb t to AT (US):
15 lb t = 15 × 12.7968590262857 AT (US) = 191.952885394286 AT (US)
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Ton (Assay) (Us) Conversion Table
| pound (troy or apothecary) | ton (assay) (US) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb t | 12.7968590263 AT (US) |
| 2 lb t | 25.5937180526 AT (US) |
| 3 lb t | 38.3905770789 AT (US) |
| 5 lb t | 63.9842951314 AT (US) |
| 10 lb t | 127.968590263 AT (US) |
| 20 lb t | 255.937180526 AT (US) |
| 50 lb t | 639.842951314 AT (US) |
| 100 lb t | 1279.68590263 AT (US) |
| 500 lb t | 6398.42951314 AT (US) |
| 1000 lb t | 12796.8590263 AT (US) |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 pound (troy or apothecary) in ton (assay) (US)?
1 pound (troy or apothecary) (lb t) = 12.7968590263 ton (assay) (US) (AT (US)).
How do you convert pound (troy or apothecary) to ton (assay) (US)?
Multiply the pound (troy or apothecary) value by 12.7968590263. For example, 25 lb t × 12.7968590263 = 319.921475657 AT (US).
What is 10 pound (troy or apothecary) in ton (assay) (US)?
10 lb t = 127.968590263 AT (US).
Which unit is larger, the pound (troy or apothecary) or the ton (assay) (US)?
The pound (troy or apothecary) is the larger unit: 1 lb t = 12.7968590263 AT (US).