Convert Troy Ounces to Pounds
1 troy ounce (oz t) equals 0.06857142857 pounds (lb).
1 oz t = 0.06857142857 lb
Type in either box. Scientific notation works: 1.5e-3.
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How to Convert Troy Ounce to Pound
- 1 oz t = 0.06857142857 lb
- 1 lb = 14.58333333 oz t
- Example: convert 15 oz t to lb: 15 oz t = 15 × 0.06857142857 lb = 1.028571429 lb
Reference conditions. lb: Avoirdupois system: 1 lb = 16 oz = 7000 grains = 0.45359237 kg exactly (1959 agreement).
Formula
lb = oz t × 0.06857142857143
or lb = oz t ÷ 14.58333333333
Derivation from SI units:
- 1 oz t = 480 gr = 31.1034768 g (exact)
- 1 lb = 0.45359237 kg (exact, 1959 international agreement)
- 1 oz t = 0.0311034768 kg ÷ 0.45359237 kg per lb = 0.06857142857143 lb
Both units are defined exactly, so the factor is exact. Troy Ounce definition: troy ounce; Pound definition: pound.
Worked examples
- A reading of 2 oz t converts to 0.1371428571 lb.
2 oz t × 0.06857142857 = 0.1371428571 lb - A value of 32.15 oz t is 2.204571429 lb.
32.15 oz t × 0.06857142857 = 2.204571429 lb
Troy Ounce to Pound conversion table
| Troy Ounces (oz t) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 oz t | 0.006857142857 lb |
| 0.25 oz t | 0.01714285714 lb |
| 0.5 oz t | 0.03428571429 lb |
| 1 oz t | 0.06857142857 lb |
| 2 oz t | 0.1371428571 lb |
| 5 oz t | 0.3428571429 lb |
| 10 oz t | 0.6857142857 lb |
| 20 oz t | 1.371428571 lb |
| 32.15 oz t | 2.204571429 lb |
| 50 oz t | 3.428571429 lb |
| 100 oz t | 6.857142857 lb |
| 400 oz t | 27.42857143 lb |
Where it's used
Troy Ounces are used for gold, silver and platinum prices, while pounds appear in body weight and food in the US. Both measure mass (commonly called weight), so the conversion is a fixed factor.
Troy Ounce to other weight and mass units
| Conversion | 1 oz t equals |
|---|---|
| troy ounce to kilogram | 0.0311034768 kg |
| troy ounce to gram | 31.1034768 g |
| troy ounce to milligram | 31103.4768 mg |
| troy ounce to microgram | 31103476.8 µg |
| troy ounce to metric ton | 0.0000311034768 t |
| troy ounce to pound | 0.06857142857 lb |
| troy ounce to ounce | 1.097142857 oz |
| troy ounce to stone | 0.004897959184 st |
| troy ounce to short ton | 0.00003428571429 ton (US) |
| troy ounce to long ton | 0.0000306122449 ton (UK) |
| troy ounce to grain | 480 gr |
| troy ounce to carat | 155.517384 ct |
Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in 1 troy ounce?
1 oz t = 0.06857142857 lb.
How do I convert troy ounces to pounds?
Multiply the value in oz t by 0.06857142857, or divide it by 14.58333333. For example, 15 oz t × 0.06857142857 = 1.028571429 lb.
Is the oz t to lb conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined exactly, so the ratio is exact; its decimal form does not terminate and is shown here to 10 significant figures (more with the precision selector).
Sources
- Guide for the Use of the International System of Units (SI), NIST Special Publication 811, 2008 Edition, National Institute of Standards and Technology , Appendix B.8, "ounce (troy or apothecary)".
- Guide for the Use of the International System of Units (SI), NIST Special Publication 811, 2008 Edition, National Institute of Standards and Technology , Appendix B.8, "pound (avoirdupois) (lb)".
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