What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms values from pound (lbs), a common unit of mass, into the US assay ton (AT), an historic mining unit used to quantify precious metal content in assay samples.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in pounds (lbs) you wish to convert.
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Select ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)] as the target unit.
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Initiate the conversion to view the result instantly.
Key Features
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Converts weight from pounds to US assay tons swiftly and accurately using defined conversion rates.
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Supports interpretation of assay data and precious metal content in mining and metallurgy fields.
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface for ease of use without requiring downloads.
Examples
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2 Pounds [lbs] converts to 31.1034732454 Ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)]
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0.5 Pounds [lbs] converts to 7.77586831135 Ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)]
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting precious metal concentrations reported as ounces per assay ton on assay certificates.
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Calculating contractual settlements based on metal content in ore shipments.
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Translating historical assay data for resource estimation and geologic comparison.
Tips & Best Practices
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Confirm the specific definition or jurisdiction of the assay ton being used in your context due to variability.
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Use this conversion primarily for interpreting historical or assay report data rather than routine weight conversions.
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Cross-check with metric units when possible to ensure clarity and consistency in reporting.
Limitations
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The assay ton (US) varies historically and regionally, causing potential inconsistencies in conversion results.
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Modern applications often prefer metric units such as grams per tonne to avoid ambiguity.
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Conversions based solely on pounds to assay tons may not always reflect precise assay mass values.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the pound (lbs) unit used for?
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The pound is a unit of mass in the avoirdupois system, commonly used for measuring body weight, packaged goods, and shipping weights in US customary units.
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What does the ton (assay) (US) measure?
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The US assay ton is a historical mining mass unit used to define sample masses in precious metal assays, primarily for reporting gold or silver content.
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Why might conversions between pounds and assay tons vary?
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Because the assay ton's exact mass has historically varied by jurisdiction and practice, conversions may require clarification or adjustment for accuracy.
Key Terminology
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Pound [lbs]
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A mass unit in the avoirdupois system defined exactly as 0.45359237 kilograms, used widely in the US for body weight, retail goods, and shipping.
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Ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)]
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A historical US mining unit specifying a standard assay sample mass for precious-metal content reporting, with variable exact mass depending on jurisdiction.
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Assay
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The process or report detailing the content of precious metals within ore samples, often expressed per assay ton.