Density and Mass
dwttog
Convert pennyweights (troy) (dwt) to grams (g).
Factor1 dwt = 1.555174 g
Converter
dwt
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
g
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
g = dwt × 1.555174
Multiply any value in pennyweights (troy) by 1.555174 to obtain the value in grams.
Worked example
Convert 1 dwt to g.
- 01Start with 1 dwt.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 1.555174 = 1.55517 g.
Result1 dwt = 1.55517 g
Conversion table
| dwt | g |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.5552 |
| 2 | 3.1103 |
| 5 | 7.7759 |
| 10 | 15.552 |
| 20 | 31.103 |
| 50 | 77.759 |
| 100 | 155.52 |
| 200 | 311.03 |
| 500 | 777.59 |
| 1000 | 1555.2 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from dwt to g?
1 dwt equals 1.555174 g. To convert, multiply the value in pennyweights (troy) by 1.555174.
How do I convert 1 dwt to g?
1 dwt = 1.55517 g. For any value, multiply by 1.555174.
How do I convert g back to dwt?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.6430149. So 1 g = 0.643015 dwt.
When would I need to convert pennyweight (troy) to gram?
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).