Convert ton (assay) (UK) to kilopound
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)] to kilopound [kip], or Convert kilopound to ton (assay) (UK).
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Kilopound
1 AT (UK) = 7.20176723137267e-05 kip
Example: convert 15 AT (UK) to kip:
15 AT (UK) = 15 × 7.20176723137267e-05 kip = 0.0010802650847059 kip
Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Kilopound Conversion Table
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Ton (Assay) (Uk)
The ton (assay) (UK), symbol AT (UK), is a traditional unit of weight used primarily for precious metals, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measure for precious metals, particularly gold and silver, used in assay processes and trading. It has historical roots in the British imperial system and was standardized for trade and assay purposes.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (UK) is mainly used in the precious metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.
Kilopound
A kilopound (kip) is a unit of force equal to 1,000 pounds-force, primarily used in engineering and construction to measure large forces.
History/Origin
The kilopound originated in the United States as a practical unit for expressing large forces in structural engineering, especially in the context of steel and concrete design. It has been in use since the early 20th century as part of customary engineering units.
Current Use
Today, the kip is still used mainly in the United States within civil and structural engineering to specify loads, stresses, and forces in construction projects, particularly for steel and concrete structures.