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Convert Wey to Carat (metric)

Convert weys to carats (metric) instantly. 1 wey = 571526.3861999999 carat (metric) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Carat (metric) to Wey 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

Avoirdupois

Wey

What is a wey?

The wey was an English bulk weight, here taken as 252 pounds (about 114.3 kg).

Origin of the wey

From Old English 'waege', a weighing or balance.

Where it is used

Obsolete English unit for wool, cheese, and salt.

When and where it was developed

Used in medieval and early-modern English trade.

Troy & Apothecary

Carat (metric)

What is a carat (metric)?

The metric carat (ct) equals exactly 200 milligrams (0.0002 kg).

Origin of the carat (metric)

From Arabic 'qirat' and Greek 'keration', the carob seed once used as a counterweight.

Where it is used

The worldwide standard for gemstone and diamond mass.

When and where it was developed

The metric carat was fixed at 200 mg internationally in 1907.

Wey to Carat (metric) 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 weys and carats (metric):

1 wey = 571526.3861999999 ct
1 ct = 1.7497e-6 wey

To convert weys to carats (metric), multiply the value in weys by 571526.3861999999. To reverse, multiply carats (metric) by 1.7497e-6.

How to use this converter

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

Step-by-step: convert weys to carats (metric)

  1. Write down the value in weys (wey).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 571526.3861999999.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in carats (metric) (ct).
  4. To reverse, multiply the carat (metric) value by 1.7497e-6.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 wey to ct:
1 × 571526.3861999999 = 571526.3861999999 ct

Example 2 — Convert 100 wey to ct:
100 × 571526.3861999999 = 5.715264e+7 ct

Wey to Carat (metric) conversion table

Standard reference values for converting weys to carats (metric):

Wey [wey]Carat (metric) [ct]
0.015715.263862
0.157152.63862
1571526.3861999999
21143052.7723999999
31714579.1585999997
42286105.5447999998
52857631.9309999999
105715263.8619999997
201.143053e+7
301.714579e+7
402.286106e+7
502.857632e+7
1005.715264e+7
5002.857632e+8
10005.715264e+8

Frequently asked questions

How many carats (metric) is 1 wey?
1 wey equals 571526.3861999999 carat (metric).
How do I convert weys to carats (metric)?
Multiply the value in weys by 571526.3861999999 to get carats (metric).
How do I convert carats (metric) back to weys?
Multiply the value in carats (metric) by 1.7497e-6, or use the Carat (metric) to Wey converter.
How many carats (metric) is 100 weys?
100 weys equals 5.715264e+7 carats (metric), because 100 × 571526.3861999999 = 5.715264e+7.

Convert Wey to other weight units

Show all Wey conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Avoirdupois (14 units)
Troy & Apothecary (10 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 wey = 571526.3861999999 ct) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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