How to convert ounces to us tons
To convert a measurement in ounces to us tons, multiply the value by 0.00003125. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the kilogram.
For example, to convert 5 oz to us tons: 5 × 0.00003125 = 0.00015625 ton.
What is a ounce?
An ounce is an imperial and US customary unit of mass equal to 1/16 of a pound or exactly 28.349523125 grams. The avoirdupois ounce descends from the Roman 'uncia' (one twelfth). It is distinct from the troy ounce used for precious metals, which is heavier at about 31.1 grams.
Common uses of ounces include: Food portions and recipe ingredients in the US; Postal and letter weights; Packaged goods net weight (cereal, snacks); Baby birth weights in the US.
What is a us ton?
A US ton (short ton) is a unit of mass equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.18 kilograms. The short ton is the standard 'ton' in the United States, defined as 2,000 pounds. It is lighter than both the metric tonne (1,000 kg) and the British long ton (2,240 pounds).
Common uses of us tons include: Freight and shipping weights in the US; Air conditioning capacity (tons of cooling); Bulk material sales (gravel, coal, steel) in the US; Vehicle and equipment weight ratings.
Ounces to us tons worked examples
Here are some common values converted:
1 oz = 0.00003125 ton 5 oz = 0.00015625 ton 10 oz = 0.0003125 ton 50 oz = 0.0015625 ton 100 oz = 0.003125 ton
Frequently asked questions
How many us tons are in one ounce?
One ounce (oz) equals 0.00003125 us tons (ton). Multiply any value in ounces by 0.00003125 to convert to us tons.
How do I convert ounces to us tons?
Multiply the value in ounces by 0.00003125. For example, 5 oz × 0.00003125 = 0.00015625 ton.
How do I convert us tons to ounces?
Multiply the value in us tons by 32,000, or divide by 0.00003125. Use the swap button on the converter above to reverse the direction.
Is the ounce to us ton conversion exact?
Yes. Since 1959 the international pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kg, so all weight conversions between metric and avoirdupois units use exact factors.
What is the formula for ounces to us tons?
The formula is: ton = oz × 0.00003125. This comes from the definition of both units relative to the kilogram.