Discover the ease of converting pound-troy or apothecary to scruple-apothecary units. Newtum's lb t to s ap converter is designed for accuracy and simplicity, sparking your interest to explore more.
A pound-troy, often abbreviated as lb t, is a unit of mass used in the troy weight system. It is primarily used for precious metals like gold, silver, and gemstones. One pound-troy equals approximately 373.24 grams, which is heavier than the avoirdupois pound used in the United States for general goods. The troy pound contains 12 troy ounces, making it distinct from the more commonly used pound, which has 16 avoirdupois ounces.
Definition of Scruple-apothecaryThe scruple-apothecary is a small unit of mass that was traditionally used in the apothecaries' system of weights. It is equivalent to 1/24 of an ounce or 1/288 of a pound-troy. The term 'scruple' derives from the Latin word 'scrupulus', a small sharp stone, indicating its minimal weight. Historically, the scruple was used by apothecaries for measuring medicines and is equivalent to approximately 1.296 grams.
| Pound-troy (lb t) | Scruple-apothecary (s ap) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 lb t | 77.16 s ap |
| 0.05 lb t | 385.80 s ap |
| 0.1 lb t | 771.61 s ap |
| 0.5 lb t | 3858.04 s ap |
| 1 lb t | 7716.08 s ap |
| 2 lb t | 15432.16 s ap |
| 5 lb t | 38580.40 s ap |
| 10 lb t | 77160.80 s ap |
| 20 lb t | 154321.60 s ap |
| 50 lb t | 385804.00 s ap |
1 lb t = 7716.08 s ap
1 s ap = 0.0001296 lb t
Example 1:
Convert 0.2 lb t to s ap:
0.2 lb t = 0.2 × 7716.08 s ap = 1543.22 s ap
Example 2:
Convert 1.5 lb t to s ap:
1.5 lb t = 1.5 × 7716.08 s ap = 11574.12 s ap
A brief history of the pound-troy to scruple-apothecary conversion roots back to ancient weight systems. The troy weight system originated in Troyes, France, and was later adopted for apothecary measurements. This historical conversion facilitated trade and medicinal preparation, ensuring accuracy in transactions and dosages.
Unveiling practical applications, our lb t to s ap converter serves a range of uses in various fields, from jewelry to pharmacy.
Example 1:
Convert 0.25 lb t to s ap:
0.25 lb t = 0.25 × 7716.08 s ap = 1929.02 s ap
Example 2:
Convert 3 lb t to s ap:
3 lb t = 3 × 7716.08 s ap = 23148.24 s ap
What is a pound-troy or apothecary unit?
A pound-troy is a unit of mass in the troy weight system, used mainly for precious metals. The apothecary unit is a historical weight system for pharmacy items.
How many scruple-apothecary units are in one pound-troy?
One pound-troy is equivalent to 7716.08 scruple-apothecary units.
Can I convert pound-troy to other units using this converter?
Our converter is specifically designed for converting between pound-troy and scruple-apothecary units.
