Ton (metric) to Carat Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert tons to carats with our free online weight converter.
Ton (metric) to Carat Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Ton (metric)).
- The converted value in Carat will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
- Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Weight category.
- Click the swap button (⇌) to reverse the conversion direction.
How to Convert Ton (metric) to Carat
Converting Ton (metric) to Carat involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Ton (metric) = 5000000 caratsExample Calculation:
Convert 5 tons: 5 × 5000000 = 25000000 carats
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What is a Ton (metric) and a Carat?
The metric ton (or tonne) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms (kg). It is part of the International System of Units (SI) although not technically an SI unit itself, it is accepted for use with SI. It is equivalent to approximately 2,204.6 pounds.
The carat is a unit of mass used for measuring gemstones and pearls. It is defined as exactly 200 milligrams (0.2 grams).
Note: The Ton (metric) is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Carat belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Ton (metric) and Carat
The term "tonne" derives from the "tun", an old English unit of volume for large casks. The metric tonne was defined as 1,000 kilograms to provide a larger metric unit for trade and industry, aligning with the decimal nature of the SI system.
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.
Common Uses for tons and carats
Explore the typical applications for both Ton (metric) (imperial/US) and Carat (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for tons
- Transportation: Measuring the mass of vehicles like cars, trucks, and heavy machinery.
- Shipping & Logistics: Quantifying large amounts of bulk cargo in shipping (e.g., coal, grain, ore).
- Agriculture: Expressing crop yields and large-scale agricultural production.
- Heavy Industry: Standard unit for production outputs in steel manufacturing, mining, and construction.
- Waste Management: Used for calculating municipal solid waste volumes and recycling quantities.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Ton (metric) (t)
How many kilograms are in a metric ton?
There are exactly 1,000 kilograms (kg) in 1 metric ton (t).
Is a metric ton the same as a US ton?
No. A metric ton (1,000 kg) is slightly heavier than a US ton (also called a short ton, 2,000 lbs or about 907.18 kg).
Why is it sometimes spelled "tonne"?
The spelling "tonne" is often used internationally to distinguish it clearly from the imperial/US tons (short ton and long ton).
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).
Conversion Table: Ton (metric) to Carat
| Ton (metric) (t) | Carat (ct) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 5,000,000 |
| 5 | 25,000,000 |
| 10 | 50,000,000 |
| 25 | 125,000,000 |
| 50 | 250,000,000 |
| 100 | 500,000,000 |
| 500 | 2,500,000,000 |
| 1,000 | 5,000,000,000 |
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