Density and Mass
cttokg
Convert metric carats (ct) to kilograms (kg).
Factor1 ct = 0.0002 kg
Converter
ct
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kg
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kg = ct × 0.0002
Multiply any value in metric carats by 0.0002 to obtain the value in kilograms.
Worked example
Convert 5000 ct to kg.
- 01Start with 5000 ct.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 5000 × 0.0002 = 1 kg.
Result5000 ct = 1 kg
Conversion table
| ct | kg |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0002 |
| 2 | 0.0004 |
| 5 | 0.001 |
| 10 | 0.002 |
| 20 | 0.004 |
| 50 | 0.01 |
| 100 | 0.02 |
| 200 | 0.04 |
| 500 | 0.1 |
| 1000 | 0.2 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from ct to kg?
1 ct equals 0.0002 kg. To convert, multiply the value in metric carats by 0.0002.
How do I convert 1 ct to kg?
1 ct = 0.0002 kg. For any value, multiply by 0.0002.
How do I convert kg back to ct?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 5000. So 1 kg = 5000 ct.
When would I need to convert metric carat to kilogram?
Mass conversions appear in material balances, reagent dosing, and reconciling vendor specifications across imperial/metric systems.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).