Weight Converter
Quickly convert weight units with our weight converter. Enter a value to instantly switch between grams, kilograms, pounds, ounces, and more for accurate results.
What is Weight Conversion?
Weight conversion is the process of changing a value of mass or weight from one unit to another, such as kilograms to pounds or grams to ounces. It is widely used in fitness, shipping, cooking, and science.
How to Use a Weight Converter
To use a weight converter:
- Enter the weight value in your preferred unit
- Select the original unit (e.g., grams, kilograms, pounds, ounces)
- Select the target unit for conversion
- The converter will instantly display the accurate result
Common Weight Units
Most weight converters support these units:
- Milligrams (mg)
- Grams (g)
- Kilograms (kg)
- Metric tons (t)
- Ounces (oz)
- Pounds (lb)
- Stones (st)
Applications of Weight Conversion
Weight converters are useful for:
- Tracking fitness and diet plans
- Shipping and logistics calculations
- Cooking and recipe adjustments
- Scientific experiments and laboratory measurements
Limitations of Weight Converters
Keep in mind:
- Accuracy depends on correct input and unit selection
- Some units like stones or pounds may differ by region
- Converters may not account for gravitational differences in different locations
Common Conversion Formulas
Mass & Weight Conversions
Example
Weight Converter
A weight converter allows you to convert between different units of mass such as kilograms (kg), grams (g), pounds (lb), and ounces (oz).
Common conversions:
1 kg = 1,000 g
1 kg ≈ 2.20462 lb
1 lb = 16 oz
Real-Life Example
A person buys a bag of flour weighing 5 kg and wants to know its weight in other units:
- Convert to grams: 5 × 1,000 = 5,000 g
- Convert to pounds: 5 × 2.20462 ≈ 11.023 lb
- Convert to ounces: 11.023 × 16 ≈ 176.37 oz
Key Insight
Weight conversion is useful in cooking, shopping, and scientific calculations. For example, a 5 kg bag of flour is equivalent to 5,000 g, 11.02 lb, or 176.37 oz.