Troy Ounce to Pound Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert troy ounces to pounds with our free online weight converter.
Troy Ounce to Pound Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Troy Ounce).
- The converted value in Pound 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 Troy Ounce to Pound
Converting Troy Ounce to Pound involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Troy Ounce = 0.0685714 poundsExample Calculation:
Convert 5 troy ounces: 5 × 0.0685714 = 0.342857 pounds
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What is a Troy Ounce and a Pound?
The troy ounce (oz t) is a unit of mass traditionally used for precious metals (like gold, silver, platinum) and sometimes gemstones. It is defined as exactly 31.1034768 grams.
The pound (avoirdupois) is a unit of mass used in the imperial and US customary systems. It is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.
Note: The Troy Ounce is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Pound belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Troy Ounce and Pound
The troy weight system likely originated in Troyes, France, a major trading town in the Middle Ages. It became a standard in England for precious metals and coinage. Unlike the more common avoirdupois ounce (approx. 28.35 g), the troy ounce persists in the precious metals market.
Originates from the Roman 'libra'. The avoirdupois pound became the standard for commerce in England and was later adopted in the US.
Common Uses for troy ounces and pounds
Explore the typical applications for both Troy Ounce (imperial/US) and Pound (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for troy ounces
- Precious Metals: The standard unit for quoting prices and weighing gold, silver, and platinum bullion (bars, coins).
- Gemstones: Sometimes used, although carat is more common for individual stones.
Common Uses for pounds
- Body Weight: The primary unit for measuring human body weight in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, commonly seen on personal scales.
- Food & Groceries (US/UK): Standard unit for selling and pricing produce (e.g., apples, potatoes by the pound), meat, cheese, and deli items. Recipe ingredients are often measured in pounds or ounces.
- General Weight: Used for everyday weight measurements in non-scientific contexts in the US/UK, such as package weight for domestic shipping or luggage weight.
- Specific Applications: Sometimes used in technical fields like measuring tire pressure (pounds per square inch, PSI - though PSI is pressure, not mass) or fishing line strength (lb-test).
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Troy Ounce (oz t)
Is a troy ounce the same as a regular ounce?
No. A troy ounce (approx. 31.10 g) is heavier than an avoirdupois ounce (the common "ounce" used for food, etc., approx. 28.35 g).
How many troy ounces are in a troy pound?
There are 12 troy ounces in one troy pound (which is lighter than an avoirdupois pound).
How many grams are in a troy ounce?
There are exactly 31.1034768 grams in 1 troy ounce.
About Pound (lb)
What measurement system uses pounds?
The pound (lb) is a key unit in the imperial and US customary measurement systems.
Where is the pound commonly used?
Primarily in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada for everyday measurements like body weight and groceries.
How many ounces are in a pound?
There are exactly 16 avoirdupois ounces (oz) in 1 avoirdupois pound (lb).
Conversion Table: Troy Ounce to Pound
| Troy Ounce (oz t) | Pound (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.069 |
| 5 | 0.343 |
| 10 | 0.686 |
| 25 | 1.714 |
| 50 | 3.429 |
| 100 | 6.857 |
| 500 | 34.286 |
| 1,000 | 68.571 |
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- Microgram (µg)
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- Slug (sl)
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- Dram (dr)
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- Atomic Mass Unit (u)
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- Masha (India) (masha)
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- Pras (India) (pras)
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