Understanding Ounces and Carats

Our Ounces to Carat Converter provides instant, accurate conversions between these two units of weight measurement. Whether you’re working with precious gemstones, jewelry, or other small items, this tool simplifies your calculations.

What is an Ounce?

An ounce (abbreviated as oz) is a unit of weight used in the imperial and US customary systems. There are 16 ounces in a pound. In the context of precious metals and gemstones, the troy ounce is often used, which is slightly heavier than the avoirdupois ounce.

What is a Carat?

A carat (ct) is a unit of mass used for measuring gemstones and pearls. One carat equals 200 milligrams (0.2 grams). The carat is divided into 100 points (0.01 carat each), allowing for precise measurements of small gemstones.

Conversion Formula

To convert ounces to carats:

• 1 ounce = 141.747615625 carats
• Carats = Ounces × 141.747615625

Common Conversions

• 0.1 oz = 14.17476 ct
• 0.25 oz = 35.4369 ct
• 0.5 oz = 70.8738 ct
• 1 oz = 141.7476 ct
• 2 oz = 283.4952 ct

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Applications of Ounce to Carat Conversion

This conversion is particularly useful in several fields:

• Jewelry Making: Convert metal weights to gemstone equivalents
• Gem Trading: Standardize weight measurements across different systems
• Academic Research: For scientific papers and material studies
• Appraisals: Accurate valuation of precious items
• Manufacturing: Precision in creating components with specific weight requirements