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Convert Scruple (apothecary) to Decigram

Convert scruples (apothecary) to decigrams instantly. 1 scruple (apothecary) = 12.959782 decigram — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Decigram to Scruple (apothecary) 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

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.

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.

Scruple (apothecary) to Decigram conversion formula

The relationship between scruples (apothecary) and decigrams:

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

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

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in decigrams updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Decigram to Scruple (apothecary) converter for the reverse direction.

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

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

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 s ap to dg:
1 × 12.959782 = 12.959782 dg

Example 2 — Convert 100 s ap to dg:
100 × 12.959782 = 1295.9782 dg

Real-world example — Adjacent small-scale precision

One scruple (apothecary) equals 1,000 decigrams — the standard sub-millimeter precision conversion that materials engineers use whenever they switch between bulk material thickness specs (larger unit) and surface-finish characteristics (smaller unit).

1 s ap × 12.959782 = 12.959782 dg

Real-world example — Adjacent metric sub-units

One scruple (apothecary) equals 1,000 decigrams. Engineers move between these scales constantly: PCB feature sizes in the larger unit, wire-bond diameters in the smaller.

1 s ap × 12.959782 = 12.959782 dg

Scruple (apothecary) to Decigram conversion table

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

Scruple (apothecary) [s ap]Decigram [dg]
0.010.12959782
0.11.2959782
112.959782
225.919564
338.879346
451.839128
564.79891
10129.59782
20259.19564
30388.79346
40518.39128
50647.9891
1001295.9782
5006479.891
100012959.782

Frequently asked questions

How many decigrams is 1 scruple (apothecary)?
1 scruple (apothecary) equals 12.959782 decigram.
How do I convert scruples (apothecary) to decigrams?
Multiply the value in scruples (apothecary) by 12.959782 to get decigrams.
How do I convert decigrams back to scruples (apothecary)?
Multiply the value in decigrams by 0.0771617918, or use the Decigram to Scruple (apothecary) converter.
How many decigrams is 100 scruples (apothecary)?
100 scruples (apothecary) equals 1295.9782 decigrams, because 100 × 12.959782 = 1295.9782.

Convert Scruple (apothecary) to other weight units

Show all Scruple (apothecary) conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Scruple (apothecary) to Attogram (ag) Scruple (apothecary) to Femtogram (fg) Scruple (apothecary) to Picogram (pg) Scruple (apothecary) to Nanogram (ng) Scruple (apothecary) to Microgram (µg) Scruple (apothecary) to Milligram (mg) Scruple (apothecary) to Centigram (cg) Scruple (apothecary) to Decigram (dg) Scruple (apothecary) to Gram (g) Scruple (apothecary) to Dekagram (dag) Scruple (apothecary) to Hectogram (hg) Scruple (apothecary) to Kilogram (kg) Scruple (apothecary) to Quintal (metric) (q) Scruple (apothecary) to Metric Ton (t) Scruple (apothecary) to Gigagram (Gg) Scruple (apothecary) to Teragram (Tg) Scruple (apothecary) to Petagram (Pg) Scruple (apothecary) to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Scruple (apothecary) to Grain (gr) Scruple (apothecary) to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Scruple (apothecary) to Ounce (oz) Scruple (apothecary) to Pound (lb) Scruple (apothecary) to Clove (clove) Scruple (apothecary) to Stone (US) (st) Scruple (apothecary) to Stone (UK) (st) Scruple (apothecary) to Quarter (US) (qr) Scruple (apothecary) to Quarter (UK) (qr) Scruple (apothecary) to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Scruple (apothecary) to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Scruple (apothecary) to Wey (wey) Scruple (apothecary) to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Scruple (apothecary) to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Scruple (apothecary) to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (9 units)
Scruple (apothecary) to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Scruple (apothecary) to Carat (metric) (ct) Scruple (apothecary) to Pennyweight (dwt) Scruple (apothecary) to Momme (mom) Scruple (apothecary) to Mace (mace) Scruple (apothecary) to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Scruple (apothecary) to Troy Ounce (oz t) Scruple (apothecary) to Tael (tael) Scruple (apothecary) to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Scruple (apothecary) to Ratti (ratti) Scruple (apothecary) to Masha (masha) Scruple (apothecary) to Tola (tola) Scruple (apothecary) to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Scruple (apothecary) to Seer (Ser) (seer) Scruple (apothecary) to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Scruple (apothecary) to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Scruple (apothecary) to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Scruple (apothecary) to Muon Mass (mµ) Scruple (apothecary) to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Scruple (apothecary) to Proton Mass (mp) Scruple (apothecary) to Neutron Mass (mn) Scruple (apothecary) to Deuteron Mass (md) Scruple (apothecary) to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Scruple (apothecary) to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Scruple (apothecary) to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Scruple (apothecary) to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Scruple (apothecary) to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Scruple (apothecary) to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Scruple (apothecary) to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Scruple (apothecary) to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Scruple (apothecary) to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Scruple (apothecary) to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Scruple (apothecary) to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Scruple (apothecary) to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Scruple (apothecary) to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Scruple (apothecary) to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Scruple (apothecary) to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Scruple (apothecary) to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Scruple (apothecary) to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Scruple (apothecary) to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Scruple (apothecary) to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Scruple (apothecary) to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Scruple (apothecary) to Poundal (pdl) Scruple (apothecary) to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Scruple (apothecary) to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Scruple (apothecary) to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Scruple (apothecary) to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 s ap = 12.959782 dg) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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