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Convert Ratti to Dekagram

Convert rattis to dekagrams instantly. 1 ratti = 0.01215 dekagram — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Dekagram to Ratti 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

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.

Metric / SI

Dekagram

What is a dekagram?

A dekagram (dag) equals 0.01 kilogram, or 10 grams.

Origin of the dekagram

From the SI prefix 'deka-' (from Greek 'deka', ten).

Where it is used

Widely used in Central and Eastern European cooking and shops (dag/dkg).

When and where it was developed

Part of the original metric system introduced in 1795.

Ratti to Dekagram 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 dekagrams:

1 ratti = 0.01215 dag
1 dag = 82.304526749 ratti

To convert rattis to dekagrams, multiply the value in rattis by 0.01215. To reverse, multiply dekagrams by 82.304526749.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in dekagrams updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Dekagram to Ratti converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert rattis to dekagrams

  1. Write down the value in rattis (ratti).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.01215.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in dekagrams (dag).
  4. To reverse, multiply the dekagram value by 82.304526749.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 ratti to dag:
1 × 0.01215 = 0.01215 dag

Example 2 — Convert 100 ratti to dag:
100 × 0.01215 = 1.215 dag

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 dekagrams aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 ratti × 0.01215 = 6.075 dag

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

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

4 ratti × 0.01215 = 0.0486 dag

Ratti to Dekagram conversion table

Standard reference values for converting rattis to dekagrams:

Ratti [ratti]Dekagram [dag]
0.010.0001215
0.10.001215
10.01215
20.0243
30.03645
40.0486
50.06075
100.1215
200.243
300.3645
400.486
500.6075
1001.215
5006.075
100012.15

Frequently asked questions

How many dekagrams is 1 ratti?
1 ratti equals 0.01215 dekagram.
How do I convert rattis to dekagrams?
Multiply the value in rattis by 0.01215 to get dekagrams.
How do I convert dekagrams back to rattis?
Multiply the value in dekagrams by 82.304526749, or use the Dekagram to Ratti converter.
How many dekagrams is 100 rattis?
100 rattis equals 1.215 dekagrams, because 100 × 0.01215 = 1.215.

Convert Ratti to other weight units

Show all Ratti conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Ratti to Attogram (ag) Ratti to Femtogram (fg) Ratti to Picogram (pg) Ratti to Nanogram (ng) Ratti to Microgram (µg) Ratti to Milligram (mg) Ratti to Centigram (cg) Ratti to Decigram (dg) Ratti to Gram (g) Ratti to Dekagram (dag) Ratti to Hectogram (hg) Ratti to Kilogram (kg) Ratti to Quintal (metric) (q) Ratti to Metric Ton (t) Ratti to Gigagram (Gg) Ratti to Teragram (Tg) Ratti to Petagram (Pg) Ratti to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Ratti to Grain (gr) Ratti to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Ratti to Ounce (oz) Ratti to Pound (lb) Ratti to Clove (clove) Ratti to Stone (US) (st) Ratti to Stone (UK) (st) Ratti to Quarter (US) (qr) Ratti to Quarter (UK) (qr) Ratti to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Ratti to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Ratti to Wey (wey) Ratti to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Ratti to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Ratti to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Ratti to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Ratti to Carat (metric) (ct) Ratti to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Ratti to Pennyweight (dwt) Ratti to Momme (mom) Ratti to Mace (mace) Ratti to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Ratti to Troy Ounce (oz t) Ratti to Tael (tael) Ratti to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (5 units)
Ratti to Masha (masha) Ratti to Tola (tola) Ratti to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Ratti to Seer (Ser) (seer) Ratti to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Ratti to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Ratti to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Ratti to Muon Mass (mµ) Ratti to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Ratti to Proton Mass (mp) Ratti to Neutron Mass (mn) Ratti to Deuteron Mass (md) Ratti to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Ratti to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Ratti to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Ratti to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Ratti to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Ratti to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Ratti to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Ratti to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Ratti to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Ratti to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Ratti to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Ratti to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Ratti to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Ratti to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Ratti to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Ratti to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Ratti to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Ratti to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Ratti to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Ratti to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Ratti to Poundal (pdl) Ratti to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Ratti to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Ratti to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Ratti to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 ratti = 0.01215 dag) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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