Convert ton (assay) (UK) to quintal (metric)
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)] to quintal (metric) [cwt], or Convert quintal (metric) to ton (assay) (UK).
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Quintal (Metric)
1 AT (UK) = 0.000326666666666667 cwt
Example: convert 15 AT (UK) to cwt:
15 AT (UK) = 15 × 0.000326666666666667 cwt = 0.0049 cwt
Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Quintal (Metric) Conversion Table
| ton (assay) (UK) | quintal (metric) |
|---|
Ton (Assay) (Uk)
The ton (assay) (UK), symbol AT (UK), is a traditional unit of weight used primarily for precious metals, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measure for precious metals, particularly gold and silver, used in assay processes and trading. It has historical roots in the British imperial system and was standardized for trade and assay purposes.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (UK) is mainly used in the precious metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.
Quintal (Metric)
A quintal (metric) is a unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms.
History/Origin
The metric quintal originated in France in the 19th century as a standard unit of mass for trade and agriculture, replacing older local units. It is part of the metric system established during the French Revolution.
Current Use
The metric quintal is used primarily in agriculture and trade in some countries to measure large quantities of produce, though its use is less common today with the widespread adoption of the kilogram as the standard unit of mass.