Density and Mass
drtoct
Convert drams (avoirdupois) (dr) to metric carats (ct).
Factor1 dr = 8.859226 ct
Converter
dr
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
ct
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
ct = dr × 8.859226
Multiply any value in drams (avoirdupois) by 8.859226 to obtain the value in metric carats.
Worked example
Convert 1 dr to ct.
- 01Start with 1 dr.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 8.859226 = 8.85923 ct.
Result1 dr = 8.85923 ct
Conversion table
| dr | ct |
|---|---|
| 1 | 8.8592 |
| 2 | 17.718 |
| 5 | 44.296 |
| 10 | 88.592 |
| 20 | 177.18 |
| 50 | 442.96 |
| 100 | 885.92 |
| 200 | 1771.8 |
| 500 | 4429.6 |
| 1000 | 8859.2 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from dr to ct?
1 dr equals 8.859226 ct. To convert, multiply the value in drams (avoirdupois) by 8.859226.
How do I convert 1 dr to ct?
1 dr = 8.85923 ct. For any value, multiply by 8.859226.
How do I convert ct back to dr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.1128767. So 1 ct = 0.112877 dr.
When would I need to convert dram (avoirdupois) to metric carat?
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).