Ton (US) to Carat Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert US tons to carats with our free online weight converter.
Ton (US) to Carat Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Ton (US)).
- 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 (US) to Carat
Converting Ton (US) to Carat involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Ton (US) = 4535920 caratsExample Calculation:
Convert 5 US tons: 5 × 4535920 = 22679600 carats
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What is a Ton (US) and a Carat?
The US ton, also known as the short ton, is a unit of mass commonly used in the United States. It is defined as exactly 2,000 pounds (avoirdupois). This is equivalent to 907.18474 kilograms.
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 (US) 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 (US) and Carat
The short ton originated in the English system of weights and measures and became the standard ton in the United States. It differs from the imperial (long) ton (2,240 lbs) used more traditionally in the UK, and the metric ton (1,000 kg).
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 US tons and carats
Explore the typical applications for both Ton (US) (imperial/US) and Carat (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for US tons
- Transportation: Measuring vehicle weights and payload capacities in the US for trucks, trailers, and commercial vehicles.
- Construction Materials: Used for quantifying bulk materials like gravel, sand, and coal in US commerce and construction projects.
- Industrial Applications: Standard unit for heavy machinery, shipping containers, and large-scale manufacturing within the US.
- HVAC Systems: Often used for measuring large items like HVAC units (tonnage rating relates to cooling capacity, but derives from the weight of ice).
- Waste Management: Common unit for measuring municipal solid waste, recycling volumes, and landfill capacities.
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 (US) (ton)
How many pounds are in a US ton?
There are exactly 2,000 pounds (lb) in 1 US ton (short ton).
Is the US ton the same as the UK ton?
No. The US ton (short ton) is 2,000 lbs, while the traditional UK ton (long ton) is 2,240 lbs. The metric ton (1,000 kg or approx. 2,204.6 lbs) is also different.
Where is the US ton used?
It is primarily used in the United States. Most other countries use the metric ton (tonne).
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 (US) to Carat
| Ton (US) (ton) | Carat (ct) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 4,535,923.7 |
| 5 | 22,679,618.5 |
| 10 | 45,359,237 |
| 25 | 113,398,092.5 |
| 50 | 226,796,185 |
| 100 | 453,592,370 |
| 500 | 2,267,961,850 |
| 1,000 | 4,535,923,700 |
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