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Convert Point (1/100 carat) to Chittack (Chatank)

Convert points (1/100 carat) to chittacks (chatank) instantly. 1 point (1/100 carat) = 3.429413e-5 chittack (chatank) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Chittack (Chatank) to Point (1/100 carat) 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

Troy & Apothecary

Point (1/100 carat)

What is a point (1/100 carat)?

A point equals one-hundredth of a carat, or 2 milligrams.

Origin of the point (1/100 carat)

A subdivision of the metric carat for very small stones.

Where it is used

The diamond trade, for sub-carat stones.

When and where it was developed

Adopted alongside the metric carat in the 20th-century gem trade.

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.

Point (1/100 carat) to Chittack (Chatank) 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 points (1/100 carat) and chittacks (chatank):

1 pt = 3.429413e-5 chittack
1 chittack = 29159.51 pt

To convert points (1/100 carat) to chittacks (chatank), multiply the value in points (1/100 carat) by 3.429413e-5. To reverse, multiply chittacks (chatank) by 29159.51.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in chittacks (chatank) updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Chittack (Chatank) to Point (1/100 carat) converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert points (1/100 carat) to chittacks (chatank)

  1. Write down the value in points (1/100 carat) (pt).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 3.429413e-5.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in chittacks (chatank) (chittack).
  4. To reverse, multiply the chittack (chatank) value by 29159.51.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 pt to chittack:
1 × 3.429413e-5 = 3.429413e-5 chittack

Example 2 — Convert 100 pt to chittack:
100 × 3.429413e-5 = 0.0034294129 chittack

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-point (1/100 carat) sheet is a typical spec for ID-card laminates and film overlays. Converting to chittacks (chatank) aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 pt × 3.429413e-5 = 0.0171470645 chittack

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

A 4-point (1/100 carat) plastic bag thickness is a common spec for grocery and freezer bags. Converting from points (1/100 carat) to chittacks (chatank) is what packaging buyers do whenever they bridge US and metric supplier quotes.

4 pt × 3.429413e-5 = 0.0001371765 chittack

Point (1/100 carat) to Chittack (Chatank) conversion table

Standard reference values for converting points (1/100 carat) to chittacks (chatank):

Point (1/100 carat) [pt]Chittack (Chatank) [chittack]
0.013.429413e-7
0.13.429413e-6
13.429413e-5
26.858826e-5
30.0001028824
40.0001371765
50.0001714706
100.0003429413
200.0006858826
300.0010288239
400.0013717652
500.0017147065
1000.0034294129
5000.0171470645
10000.0342941291

Frequently asked questions

How many chittacks (chatank) is 1 point (1/100 carat)?
1 point (1/100 carat) equals 3.429413e-5 chittack (chatank).
How do I convert points (1/100 carat) to chittacks (chatank)?
Multiply the value in points (1/100 carat) by 3.429413e-5 to get chittacks (chatank).
How do I convert chittacks (chatank) back to points (1/100 carat)?
Multiply the value in chittacks (chatank) by 29159.51, or use the Chittack (Chatank) to Point (1/100 carat) converter.
How many chittacks (chatank) is 100 points (1/100 carat)?
100 points (1/100 carat) equals 0.0034294129 chittacks (chatank), because 100 × 3.429413e-5 = 0.0034294129.

Convert Point (1/100 carat) to other weight units

Show all Point (1/100 carat) conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Troy & Apothecary (9 units)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Astronomical (4 units)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Force / Engineering (5 units)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 pt = 3.429413e-5 chittack) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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