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Convert Chittack (Chatank) to Sun's Mass

Convert chittacks (chatank) to sun's mass instantly. 1 chittack (chatank) = 2.915951e-32 sun's mass — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Sun's Mass to Chittack (Chatank) converter for the reverse conversion.

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

Mass and Weight category 2 min read Published June 10, 2026 Last reviewed June 10, 2026 Updated June 10, 2026

Units explained

Indian / South Asian

Chittack (Chatank)

What is a chittack (chatank)?

The chittack (chatank) equals one-sixteenth of a seer, about 58.3 grams.

Origin of the chittack (chatank)

A traditional South Asian unit in the seer-based system.

Where it is used

Historical grocery and provisions weighing in India and Bangladesh.

When and where it was developed

Part of the pre-metric South Asian weight system.

Astronomical

Sun's Mass

What is a sun's mass?

The solar mass (M(S)) is about 2.0E30 kg.

Origin of the sun's mass

The standard unit for expressing stellar and galactic masses.

Where it is used

Astrophysics and cosmology.

When and where it was developed

Established as astronomers measured the Sun's gravitational influence.

Chittack (Chatank) to Sun's Mass conversion formula

Note: this conversion uses a generally accepted modern value. Historical and regional definitions of this unit varied across times and places.

The relationship between chittacks (chatank) and sun's mass:

1 chittack = 2.915951e-32 M☉

1 M☉ = 3.429413e+31 chittack

To convert chittacks (chatank) to sun's mass, multiply the value in chittacks (chatank) by 2.915951e-32. To reverse, multiply sun's mass by 3.429413e+31.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in sun's mass updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Sun's Mass to Chittack (Chatank) converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert chittacks (chatank) to sun's mass

Write down the value in chittacks (chatank) (chittack).
Multiply that value by the factor 2.915951e-32.
The product is the equivalent value in sun's mass (M☉).
To reverse, multiply the sun's mass value by 3.429413e+31.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 chittack to M☉:
1 × 2.915951e-32 = 2.915951e-32 M☉

Example 2 — Convert 100 chittack to M☉:
100 × 2.915951e-32 = 2.915951e-30 M☉

Real-world example — Postcard and small-object dimensions

A postcard is about 5 chittacks (chatank) wide. Converting to sun's mass is essential for international postal addressing forms that ask for dimensions in different units across countries.

5 chittack × 2.915951e-32 = 1.457975e-31 M☉

Real-world example — Ruler-scale measurements

A 30-chittack (chatank) school ruler converts cleanly to sun's mass — useful when buying a desk accessory from a retailer whose product specs use a different unit.

30 chittack × 2.915951e-32 = 8.747853e-31 M☉

Real-world example — Hardware-scale dimensions

A 10-chittack (chatank) fastener or component is about as long as a thumbnail. Mechanics and DIY enthusiasts convert between chittacks (chatank) and sun's mass daily when mixing metric and imperial tools.

10 chittack × 2.915951e-32 = 2.915951e-31 M☉

Chittack (Chatank) to Sun's Mass conversion table

Standard reference values for converting chittacks (chatank) to sun's mass:

Chittack (Chatank) [chittack]	Sun's Mass [M☉]
0.01	2.915951e-34
0.1	2.915951e-33
1	2.915951e-32
2	5.831902e-32
3	8.747853e-32
4	1.16638e-31
5	1.457975e-31
10	2.915951e-31
20	5.831902e-31
30	8.747853e-31
40	1.16638e-30
50	1.457975e-30
100	2.915951e-30
500	1.457975e-29
1000	2.915951e-29

Frequently asked questions

How many sun's mass is 1 chittack (chatank)?

1 chittack (chatank) equals 2.915951e-32 sun's mass.

How do I convert chittacks (chatank) to sun's mass?

Multiply the value in chittacks (chatank) by 2.915951e-32 to get sun's mass.

How do I convert sun's mass back to chittacks (chatank)?

Multiply the value in sun's mass by 3.429413e+31, or use the Sun's Mass to Chittack (Chatank) converter.

How many sun's mass is 100 chittacks (chatank)?

100 chittacks (chatank) equals 2.915951e-30 sun's mass, because 100 × 2.915951e-32 = 2.915951e-30.

Convert Chittack (Chatank) to other weight units

Show all Chittack (Chatank) conversions

Metric / SI (18 units)

Avoirdupois (15 units)

Troy & Apothecary (10 units)

Chittack (Chatank) to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Chittack (Chatank) to Carat (metric) (ct) Chittack (Chatank) to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Chittack (Chatank) to Pennyweight (dwt) Chittack (Chatank) to Momme (mom) Chittack (Chatank) to Mace (mace) Chittack (Chatank) to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Chittack (Chatank) to Troy Ounce (oz t) Chittack (Chatank) to Tael (tael) Chittack (Chatank) to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)

Indian / South Asian (5 units)

Chittack (Chatank) to Ratti (ratti) Chittack (Chatank) to Masha (masha) Chittack (Chatank) to Tola (tola) Chittack (Chatank) to Seer (Ser) (seer) Chittack (Chatank) to Maund (Mann) (maund)

Scientific / Atomic (9 units)

Chittack (Chatank) to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Chittack (Chatank) to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Chittack (Chatank) to Muon Mass (mµ) Chittack (Chatank) to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Chittack (Chatank) to Proton Mass (mp) Chittack (Chatank) to Neutron Mass (mn) Chittack (Chatank) to Deuteron Mass (md) Chittack (Chatank) to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Chittack (Chatank) to Planck Mass (mP)

Astronomical (4 units)

Chittack (Chatank) to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Chittack (Chatank) to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Chittack (Chatank) to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Chittack (Chatank) to Sun's Mass (M☉)

Biblical / Ancient (14 units)

Force / Engineering (5 units)

Chittack (Chatank) to Poundal (pdl) Chittack (Chatank) to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Chittack (Chatank) to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Chittack (Chatank) to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Chittack (Chatank) to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 chittack = 2.915951e-32 M☉) verified against the following authoritative sources:

BIPM — The International System of Units (SI Brochure 9th ed.)
Official BIPM publication defining the seven SI base units (including the meter) and the rules for their use. The global authority on units of measurement.
NIST — Guide to the SI
US National Institute of Standards and Technology reference covering the SI base and derived units with definitions and usage rules for US technical practice.
NIST Special Publication 811 — Guide for the Use of the International System of Units
Detailed NIST guide covering exact conversion factors between SI and US customary units along with formatting and rounding conventions.
NIST — Refinement of values for the yard and pound (Federal Register 1959)
The treaty (signed by US
International Astronomical Union — System of Astronomical Constants
The IAU defines astronomical units including the AU (149597870700 m exactly) light-year and parsec used in astronomy and astrophysics.

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