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Convert Centigram to Scruple (apothecary)

Convert centigrams to scruples (apothecary) instantly. 1 centigram = 0.0077161792 scruple (apothecary) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Scruple (apothecary) 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.

Troy & Apothecary

Scruple (apothecary)

What is a scruple (apothecary)?

The apothecary scruple equals 20 grains, about 1.296 grams.

Origin of the scruple (apothecary)

From Latin 'scrupulus', a small sharp pebble used as a tiny weight.

Where it is used

Historical apothecary dosing of powders.

When and where it was developed

Part of the apothecaries' system used through the 19th century.

Centigram to Scruple (apothecary) conversion formula

The relationship between centigrams and scruples (apothecary):

1 cg = 0.0077161792 s ap
1 s ap = 129.59782 cg

To convert centigrams to scruples (apothecary), multiply the value in centigrams by 0.0077161792. To reverse, multiply scruples (apothecary) by 129.59782.

How to use this converter

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

Step-by-step: convert centigrams to scruples (apothecary)

  1. Write down the value in centigrams (cg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0077161792.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in scruples (apothecary) (s ap).
  4. To reverse, multiply the scruple (apothecary) value by 129.59782.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 cg to s ap:
1 × 0.0077161792 = 0.0077161792 s ap

Example 2 — Convert 100 cg to s ap:
100 × 0.0077161792 = 0.7716179176 s ap

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 scruples (apothecary) aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 cg × 0.0077161792 = 3.8580895882 s ap

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

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

4 cg × 0.0077161792 = 0.0308647167 s ap

Centigram to Scruple (apothecary) conversion table

Standard reference values for converting centigrams to scruples (apothecary):

Centigram [cg]Scruple (apothecary) [s ap]
0.017.716179e-5
0.10.0007716179
10.0077161792
20.0154323584
30.0231485375
40.0308647167
50.0385808959
100.0771617918
200.1543235835
300.2314853753
400.3086471671
500.3858089588
1000.7716179176
5003.8580895882
10007.7161791765

Frequently asked questions

How many scruples (apothecary) is 1 centigram?
1 centigram equals 0.0077161792 scruple (apothecary).
How do I convert centigrams to scruples (apothecary)?
Multiply the value in centigrams by 0.0077161792 to get scruples (apothecary).
How do I convert scruples (apothecary) back to centigrams?
Multiply the value in scruples (apothecary) by 129.59782, or use the Scruple (apothecary) to Centigram converter.
How many scruples (apothecary) is 100 centigrams?
100 centigrams equals 0.7716179176 scruples (apothecary), because 100 × 0.0077161792 = 0.7716179176.

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 = 0.0077161792 s ap) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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