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Convert Decigram to Dram (avoirdupois)

Convert decigrams to drams (avoirdupois) instantly. 1 decigram = 0.056438339 dram (avoirdupois) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Dram (avoirdupois) to Decigram 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 Last reviewed Updated

Units explained

Metric / SI

Decigram

What is a decigram?

A decigram (dg) equals 0.0001 kilogram, or 0.1 gram.

Origin of the decigram

From the SI prefix 'deci-' (from Latin 'decimus', tenth).

Where it is used

Occasional laboratory and pharmacy use.

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.

Decigram to Dram (avoirdupois) conversion formula

The relationship between decigrams and drams (avoirdupois):

1 dg = 0.056438339 dr
1 dr = 17.718452 dg

To convert decigrams to drams (avoirdupois), multiply the value in decigrams by 0.056438339. To reverse, multiply drams (avoirdupois) by 17.718452.

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 Decigram converter for the reverse direction.

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

  1. Write down the value in decigrams (dg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.056438339.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in drams (avoirdupois) (dr).
  4. To reverse, multiply the dram (avoirdupois) value by 17.718452.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 dg to dr:
1 × 0.056438339 = 0.056438339 dr

Example 2 — Convert 100 dg to dr:
100 × 0.056438339 = 5.643833897 dr

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-decigram 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 dg × 0.056438339 = 28.219169485 dr

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

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

4 dg × 0.056438339 = 0.2257533559 dr

Decigram to Dram (avoirdupois) conversion table

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

Decigram [dg]Dram (avoirdupois) [dr]
0.010.0005643834
0.10.0056438339
10.056438339
20.1128766779
30.1693150169
40.2257533559
50.2821916949
100.5643833897
201.1287667794
301.6931501691
402.2575335588
502.8219169485
1005.643833897
50028.219169485
100056.43833897

Frequently asked questions

How many drams (avoirdupois) is 1 decigram?
1 decigram equals 0.056438339 dram (avoirdupois).
How do I convert decigrams to drams (avoirdupois)?
Multiply the value in decigrams by 0.056438339 to get drams (avoirdupois).
How do I convert drams (avoirdupois) back to decigrams?
Multiply the value in drams (avoirdupois) by 17.718452, or use the Dram (avoirdupois) to Decigram converter.
How many drams (avoirdupois) is 100 decigrams?
100 decigrams equals 5.643833897 drams (avoirdupois), because 100 × 0.056438339 = 5.643833897.

Convert Decigram to other weight units

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

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 dg = 0.056438339 dr) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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