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Convert Grain to Dram (avoirdupois)

Convert grains to drams (avoirdupois) instantly. 1 grain = 0.0365714228 dram (avoirdupois) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Dram (avoirdupois) to Grain 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

Avoirdupois

Grain

What is a grain?

The grain (gr) equals 1/7000 of an avoirdupois pound, about 64.8 milligrams.

Origin of the grain

Based on the nominal mass of a single barley grain.

Where it is used

Ammunition and bullet mass, archery, and historical pharmacy.

When and where it was developed

Standardized through the English avoirdupois system and retained in 1959.

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.

Grain to Dram (avoirdupois) conversion formula

The relationship between grains and drams (avoirdupois):

1 gr = 0.0365714228 dr
1 dr = 27.3437542921 gr

To convert grains to drams (avoirdupois), multiply the value in grains by 0.0365714228. To reverse, multiply drams (avoirdupois) by 27.3437542921.

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 Grain converter for the reverse direction.

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

  1. Write down the value in grains (gr).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0365714228.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in drams (avoirdupois) (dr).
  4. To reverse, multiply the dram (avoirdupois) value by 27.3437542921.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 gr to dr:
1 × 0.0365714228 = 0.0365714228 dr

Example 2 — Convert 100 gr to dr:
100 × 0.0365714228 = 3.6571422831 dr

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

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

4 gr × 0.0365714228 = 0.1462856913 dr

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-grain 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 gr × 0.0365714228 = 18.2857114154 dr

Grain to Dram (avoirdupois) conversion table

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

Grain [gr]Dram (avoirdupois) [dr]
0.010.0003657142
0.10.0036571423
10.0365714228
20.0731428457
30.1097142685
40.1462856913
50.1828571142
100.3657142283
200.7314284566
301.0971426849
401.4628569132
501.8285711415
1003.6571422831
50018.2857114154
100036.5714228308

Frequently asked questions

How many drams (avoirdupois) is 1 grain?
1 grain equals 0.0365714228 dram (avoirdupois).
How do I convert grains to drams (avoirdupois)?
Multiply the value in grains by 0.0365714228 to get drams (avoirdupois).
How do I convert drams (avoirdupois) back to grains?
Multiply the value in drams (avoirdupois) by 27.3437542921, or use the Dram (avoirdupois) to Grain converter.
How many drams (avoirdupois) is 100 grains?
100 grains equals 3.6571422831 drams (avoirdupois), because 100 × 0.0365714228 = 3.6571422831.

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Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 gr = 0.0365714228 dr) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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