Carat to Ton (UK) Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool

Convert carats to long tons with our free online weight converter.

Carat to Ton (UK) Calculator

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How to Use the Calculator:

  1. Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Carat).
  2. The converted value in Ton (UK) will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
  3. Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Weight category.
  4. Click the swap button (⇌) to reverse the conversion direction.

How to Convert Carat to Ton (UK)

Converting Carat to Ton (UK) involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.

Formula:

1 Carat = 1.96841e-7 long tons

Example Calculation:

Convert 5 carats: 5 × 1.96841e-7 = 9.84205e-7 long tons

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What is a Carat and a Ton (UK)?

The carat is a unit of mass used for measuring gemstones and pearls. It is defined as exactly 200 milligrams (0.2 grams).

The UK Ton, also known as the Long Ton or Imperial Ton, is a unit of mass in the Imperial system. It is defined as 2,240 pounds, which is equivalent to 1,016.0469088 kilograms.

Note: The Carat is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Ton (UK) belongs to the imperial/US customary system.

History of the Carat and Ton (UK)

The term "carat" comes from the carob seed ("keration" in Greek), which was historically used as a standard for weighing small quantities due to its perceived uniform weight. The metric carat of 200 mg was adopted internationally in 1907.

The term "ton" originates from the "tun," a large cask used in the wine trade. The long ton was standardized in the British Weights and Measures Act of 1824 and was historically used in the UK and Commonwealth countries for trade and shipping.

Common Uses for carats and long tons

Explore the typical applications for both Carat (imperial/US) and Ton (UK) (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.

Common Uses for carats

  • Jewelry Industry: The primary unit for weighing diamonds and other precious gemstones.
  • Pearls: Used for weighing pearls.
  • Note: This is distinct from "karat," which measures the purity of gold.

Common Uses for long tons

  • Historically used for shipping bulk commodities in the UK and Commonwealth.
  • Sometimes still used for measuring ship displacement.
  • Occasionally encountered in older engineering specifications or historical contexts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About Carat (ct)

How many milligrams are in a carat?

There are exactly 200 milligrams (mg) in 1 carat (ct).

How many grams are in a carat?

There are 0.2 grams (g) in 1 carat (ct).

Is carat the same as karat?

No. Carat (ct) measures mass (weight) for gemstones, while Karat (K or kt) measures the purity of gold (e.g., 24K gold is pure gold).

About Ton (UK) (long ton)

How many pounds are in a UK Ton (Long Ton)?

There are exactly 2,240 pounds (lb) in 1 UK Ton (long ton).

Is a UK Ton larger than a US Ton?

Yes, a UK Ton (2,240 lb) is larger than a US Ton (short ton, 2,000 lb).

How does the UK Ton compare to the metric ton?

A UK Ton (1,016.05 kg) is very close to, but slightly larger than, a metric ton (tonne, 1,000 kg).

Conversion Table: Carat to Ton (UK)

Carat (ct)Ton (UK) (long ton)
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