An avoirdupois dram is 1/16 ounce.
Drams to Carats
Convert drams (dr) to carats (ct) instantly. Free online weight converter with formulas, tables and examples.
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A metric carat is exactly 200 milligrams.
ct = dr × 8.85922597656
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Formula
ct = dr × 8.85922597656
dr = ct ÷ 8.85922597656
Conversion table
| 1 dr | 8.859226 ct |
| 5 dr | 44.296130 ct |
| 10 dr | 88.592260 ct |
| 20 dr | 177.184520 ct |
| 50 dr | 442.961299 ct |
| 100 dr | 885.922598 ct |
| 500 dr | 4429.612988 ct |
| 1000 dr | 8859.225977 ct |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the dram (dr). An avoirdupois dram is 1/16 ounce.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the carat (ct). A metric carat is exactly 200 milligrams.
How do I convert drams to carats?
Multiply the number of drams by 8.85922597656 to get the equivalent value in carats. For example, 5 dr × 8.85922597656 = 44.296130 ct.
Is the dram to carat conversion exact?
Yes. This converter uses a fixed factor of 8.85922597656, so results are precise and consistent every time you use it.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used in everyday measurement, shipping and logistics, scientific and industrial work, and any context where you need to switch between dram and carat values.
Can I convert carats back to drams?
Yes. Multiply the carats value by 0.112876678239, or divide it by 8.85922597656, to convert back to drams.
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About this conversion
This page converts drams (dr) into carats (ct) using the Universal Converter's mass conversion engine.
Dram-to-Carat conversions are useful for everyday calculations, scientific work, shipping, and any task that mixes different weight or mass units.
The formula is ct = dr × 8.85922597656, based on the standard definitions of dram and carat.
Because the conversion factor is fixed, results stay consistent and repeatable no matter how many times you calculate them.
Dram: An avoirdupois dram is 1/16 ounce. Carat: A metric carat is exactly 200 milligrams.