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Convert Ratti to Ton (assay) (US)

Convert rattis to tons (assay) (us) instantly. 1 ratti = 0.0041657138 ton (assay) (us) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Ton (assay) (US) to Ratti 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

Indian / South Asian

Ratti

What is a ratti?

The ratti equals about 0.1215 gram, the smallest traditional South Asian weight.

Origin of the ratti

Based on the seed of the Gunja plant (Abrus precatorius), or 'raktika' in Sanskrit.

Where it is used

Gemstones and gold in Indian and South Asian jewelry.

When and where it was developed

One of the oldest weight units of the Indian subcontinent, later standardized.

Force / Engineering

Ton (assay) (US)

What is a ton (assay) (us)?

The assay ton (US) equals about 29.167 grams, a mining-assay convenience unit.

Origin of the ton (assay) (us)

Devised so an assay sample's metal in milligrams reads as troy ounces per short ton.

Where it is used

Ore assaying and metallurgy.

When and where it was developed

Adopted in assay laboratories to simplify ore-grade calculation.

Ratti to Ton (assay) (US) 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 rattis and tons (assay) (us):

1 ratti = 0.0041657138 AT
1 AT = 240.0548971193 ratti

To convert rattis to tons (assay) (us), multiply the value in rattis by 0.0041657138. To reverse, multiply tons (assay) (us) by 240.0548971193.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in tons (assay) (us) updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Ton (assay) (US) to Ratti converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert rattis to tons (assay) (us)

  1. Write down the value in rattis (ratti).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0041657138.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in tons (assay) (us) (AT).
  4. To reverse, multiply the ton (assay) (us) value by 240.0548971193.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 ratti to AT:
1 × 0.0041657138 = 0.0041657138 AT

Example 2 — Convert 100 ratti to AT:
100 × 0.0041657138 = 0.416571381 AT

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-ratti sheet is a typical spec for ID-card laminates and film overlays. Converting to tons (assay) (us) aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 ratti × 0.0041657138 = 2.0828569048 AT

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

A 4-ratti plastic bag thickness is a common spec for grocery and freezer bags. Converting from rattis to tons (assay) (us) is what packaging buyers do whenever they bridge US and metric supplier quotes.

4 ratti × 0.0041657138 = 0.0166628552 AT

Ratti to Ton (assay) (US) conversion table

Standard reference values for converting rattis to tons (assay) (us):

Ratti [ratti]Ton (assay) (US) [AT]
0.014.165714e-5
0.10.0004165714
10.0041657138
20.0083314276
30.0124971414
40.0166628552
50.020828569
100.0416571381
200.0833142762
300.1249714143
400.1666285524
500.2082856905
1000.416571381
5002.0828569048
10004.1657138096

Frequently asked questions

How many tons (assay) (us) is 1 ratti?
1 ratti equals 0.0041657138 ton (assay) (us).
How do I convert rattis to tons (assay) (us)?
Multiply the value in rattis by 0.0041657138 to get tons (assay) (us).
How do I convert tons (assay) (us) back to rattis?
Multiply the value in tons (assay) (us) by 240.0548971193, or use the Ton (assay) (US) to Ratti converter.
How many tons (assay) (us) is 100 rattis?
100 rattis equals 0.416571381 tons (assay) (us), because 100 × 0.0041657138 = 0.416571381.

Convert Ratti to other weight units

Show all Ratti conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Indian / South Asian (5 units)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Astronomical (4 units)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Force / Engineering (5 units)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 ratti = 0.0041657138 AT) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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