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Convert Decigram to Scruple (apothecary)

Convert decigrams to scruples (apothecary) instantly. 1 decigram = 0.0771617918 scruple (apothecary) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Scruple (apothecary) to Decigram 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

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.

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.

Decigram to Scruple (apothecary) conversion formula

The relationship between decigrams and scruples (apothecary):

1 dg = 0.0771617918 s ap
1 s ap = 12.959782 dg

To convert decigrams to scruples (apothecary), multiply the value in decigrams by 0.0771617918. To reverse, multiply scruples (apothecary) by 12.959782.

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 Decigram converter for the reverse direction.

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

  1. Write down the value in decigrams (dg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0771617918.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in scruples (apothecary) (s ap).
  4. To reverse, multiply the scruple (apothecary) value by 12.959782.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 dg to s ap:
1 × 0.0771617918 = 0.0771617918 s ap

Example 2 — Convert 100 dg to s ap:
100 × 0.0771617918 = 7.7161791765 s ap

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

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

4 dg × 0.0771617918 = 0.3086471671 s ap

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

500 dg × 0.0771617918 = 38.5808958824 s ap

Decigram to Scruple (apothecary) conversion table

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

Decigram [dg]Scruple (apothecary) [s ap]
0.010.0007716179
0.10.0077161792
10.0771617918
20.1543235835
30.2314853753
40.3086471671
50.3858089588
100.7716179176
201.5432358353
302.3148537529
403.0864716706
503.8580895882
1007.7161791765
50038.5808958824
100077.1617917647

Frequently asked questions

How many scruples (apothecary) is 1 decigram?
1 decigram equals 0.0771617918 scruple (apothecary).
How do I convert decigrams to scruples (apothecary)?
Multiply the value in decigrams by 0.0771617918 to get scruples (apothecary).
How do I convert scruples (apothecary) back to decigrams?
Multiply the value in scruples (apothecary) by 12.959782, or use the Scruple (apothecary) to Decigram converter.
How many scruples (apothecary) is 100 decigrams?
100 decigrams equals 7.7161791765 scruples (apothecary), because 100 × 0.0771617918 = 7.7161791765.

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 = 0.0771617918 s ap) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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