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Convert Centigram to Dram (avoirdupois)

Convert centigrams to drams (avoirdupois) instantly. 1 centigram = 0.0056438339 dram (avoirdupois) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Dram (avoirdupois) to Centigram converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Metric / SI

Centigram

What is a centigram?

A centigram (cg) equals 0.00001 kilogram, or 0.01 gram.

Origin of the centigram

From the SI prefix 'centi-' (from Latin 'centum', hundred).

Where it is used

Used in pharmacology and analytical chemistry.

When and where it was developed

Part of the original metric system of 1795.

Avoirdupois

Dram (avoirdupois)

What is a dram (avoirdupois)?

The avoirdupois dram (dr) equals one-sixteenth of an ounce, about 1.77 grams.

Origin of the dram (avoirdupois)

From Greek 'drachma' through Latin 'dragma'.

Where it is used

Historically pharmacy; today occasional cooking and firearms (powder) use.

When and where it was developed

Defined as 1/256 of the avoirdupois pound.

Centigram to Dram (avoirdupois) conversion formula

The relationship between centigrams and drams (avoirdupois):

1 cg = 0.0056438339 dr
1 dr = 177.18452 cg

To convert centigrams to drams (avoirdupois), multiply the value in centigrams by 0.0056438339. To reverse, multiply drams (avoirdupois) by 177.18452.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in drams (avoirdupois) updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Dram (avoirdupois) to Centigram converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert centigrams to drams (avoirdupois)

  1. Write down the value in centigrams (cg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0056438339.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in drams (avoirdupois) (dr).
  4. To reverse, multiply the dram (avoirdupois) value by 177.18452.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 cg to dr:
1 × 0.0056438339 = 0.0056438339 dr

Example 2 — Convert 100 cg to dr:
100 × 0.0056438339 = 0.5643833897 dr

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

A 4-centigram plastic bag thickness is a common spec for grocery and freezer bags. Converting from centigrams to drams (avoirdupois) is what packaging buyers do whenever they bridge US and metric supplier quotes.

4 cg × 0.0056438339 = 0.0225753356 dr

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-centigram sheet is a typical spec for ID-card laminates and film overlays. Converting to drams (avoirdupois) aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 cg × 0.0056438339 = 2.8219169485 dr

Centigram to Dram (avoirdupois) conversion table

Standard reference values for converting centigrams to drams (avoirdupois):

Centigram [cg]Dram (avoirdupois) [dr]
0.015.643834e-5
0.10.0005643834
10.0056438339
20.0112876678
30.0169315017
40.0225753356
50.0282191695
100.056438339
200.1128766779
300.1693150169
400.2257533559
500.2821916949
1000.5643833897
5002.8219169485
10005.643833897

Frequently asked questions

How many drams (avoirdupois) is 1 centigram?
1 centigram equals 0.0056438339 dram (avoirdupois).
How do I convert centigrams to drams (avoirdupois)?
Multiply the value in centigrams by 0.0056438339 to get drams (avoirdupois).
How do I convert drams (avoirdupois) back to centigrams?
Multiply the value in drams (avoirdupois) by 177.18452, or use the Dram (avoirdupois) to Centigram converter.
How many drams (avoirdupois) is 100 centigrams?
100 centigrams equals 0.5643833897 drams (avoirdupois), because 100 × 0.0056438339 = 0.5643833897.

Convert Centigram to other weight units

Show all Centigram conversions
Metric / SI (17 units)
Centigram to Attogram (ag) Centigram to Femtogram (fg) Centigram to Picogram (pg) Centigram to Nanogram (ng) Centigram to Microgram (µg) Centigram to Milligram (mg) Centigram to Decigram (dg) Centigram to Gram (g) Centigram to Dekagram (dag) Centigram to Hectogram (hg) Centigram to Kilogram (kg) Centigram to Quintal (metric) (q) Centigram to Metric Ton (t) Centigram to Gigagram (Gg) Centigram to Teragram (Tg) Centigram to Petagram (Pg) Centigram to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Centigram to Grain (gr) Centigram to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Centigram to Ounce (oz) Centigram to Pound (lb) Centigram to Clove (clove) Centigram to Stone (US) (st) Centigram to Stone (UK) (st) Centigram to Quarter (US) (qr) Centigram to Quarter (UK) (qr) Centigram to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Centigram to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Centigram to Wey (wey) Centigram to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Centigram to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Centigram to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Centigram to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Centigram to Carat (metric) (ct) Centigram to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Centigram to Pennyweight (dwt) Centigram to Momme (mom) Centigram to Mace (mace) Centigram to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Centigram to Troy Ounce (oz t) Centigram to Tael (tael) Centigram to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Centigram to Ratti (ratti) Centigram to Masha (masha) Centigram to Tola (tola) Centigram to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Centigram to Seer (Ser) (seer) Centigram to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Centigram to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Centigram to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Centigram to Muon Mass (mµ) Centigram to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Centigram to Proton Mass (mp) Centigram to Neutron Mass (mn) Centigram to Deuteron Mass (md) Centigram to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Centigram to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Centigram to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Centigram to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Centigram to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Centigram to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Centigram to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Centigram to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Centigram to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Centigram to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Centigram to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Centigram to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Centigram to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Centigram to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Centigram to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Centigram to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Centigram to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Centigram to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Centigram to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Centigram to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Centigram to Poundal (pdl) Centigram to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Centigram to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Centigram to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Centigram to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 cg = 0.0056438339 dr) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.