Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to hundredweight (US)
Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to hundredweight (US) [cwt (US)], or Convert hundredweight (US) to pound (troy or apothecary).
1 lb t = 0.00822857142857 cwt (US). To convert pound (troy or apothecary) to hundredweight (US), multiply the value by 0.00822857142857; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cwt (US) = 121.527777778 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 = 0.00822857142857 cwt (US)
- 1 cwt (US) = 121.527777778 lb t
- 10 lb t = 0.0822857142857 cwt (US)
- 100 lb t = 0.822857142857 cwt (US)
How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Hundredweight (Us)
1 lb t = 0.00822857142857143 cwt (US)
Example: convert 15 lb t to cwt (US):
15 lb t = 15 × 0.00822857142857143 cwt (US) = 0.123428571428571 cwt (US)
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Hundredweight (Us) Conversion Table
| pound (troy or apothecary) | hundredweight (US) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb t | 0.00822857142857 cwt (US) |
| 2 lb t | 0.0164571428571 cwt (US) |
| 3 lb t | 0.0246857142857 cwt (US) |
| 5 lb t | 0.0411428571429 cwt (US) |
| 10 lb t | 0.0822857142857 cwt (US) |
| 20 lb t | 0.164571428571 cwt (US) |
| 50 lb t | 0.411428571429 cwt (US) |
| 100 lb t | 0.822857142857 cwt (US) |
| 500 lb t | 4.11428571429 cwt (US) |
| 1000 lb t | 8.22857142857 cwt (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.
Hundredweight (Us)
A hundredweight (US) is a unit of weight equal to 100 pounds (45.3592 kilograms).
History/Origin
The hundredweight originated in the British Imperial system and was adopted in the United States as a standard unit of weight for trade and commerce, particularly in agriculture and shipping, with the US customary hundredweight defined as 100 pounds.
Current Use
The US hundredweight (cwt) is still used in industries such as agriculture, shipping, and commodity trading to measure bulk quantities of goods like livestock, produce, and other commodities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 pound (troy or apothecary) in hundredweight (US)?
1 pound (troy or apothecary) (lb t) = 0.00822857142857 hundredweight (US) (cwt (US)).
How do you convert pound (troy or apothecary) to hundredweight (US)?
Multiply the pound (troy or apothecary) value by 0.00822857142857. For example, 25 lb t × 0.00822857142857 = 0.205714285714 cwt (US).
What is 10 pound (troy or apothecary) in hundredweight (US)?
10 lb t = 0.0822857142857 cwt (US).
Which unit is larger, the pound (troy or apothecary) or the hundredweight (US)?
The hundredweight (US) is the larger unit: 1 lb t equals only 0.00822857142857 cwt (US).