What Is This Tool?
This tool converts values from the metric quintal, a 100-kilogram unit for measuring bulk weights, into the US assay ton, a historical mining mass unit used primarily to report precious metal content. It aids in translating mass measurements across industries such as agriculture and mining.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the mass value in quintal (metric) [cwt] you want to convert
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Select quintal (metric) [cwt] as the input unit and ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)] as the output unit
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent mass in assay tons
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Use the results for bulk weight translation or precious metal content reporting purposes
Key Features
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Converts quintal (metric) [cwt] to ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)] with accurate unit mapping
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Browser-based and easy-to-use online interface
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Provides clear example conversions for user reference
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Supports unit conversion relevant to agriculture commodity trading and precious metals assay reporting
Examples
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2 quintals (metric) [cwt] equals 6857.1420734694 ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)]
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0.5 quintal (metric) [cwt] equals 1714.28551836735 ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)]
Common Use Cases
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Pricing and trading of agricultural products measured in 100-kg units
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Reporting metal concentrations on assay certificates as ounces per assay ton
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Contractual calculations for ore shipments based on metal content per assay ton
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Converting historical assay data for resource estimation and analysis
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the exact mass standard of the US assay ton used in your context due to historical variations
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Avoid confusing the metric quintal with traditional hundredweight units which differ in mass
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Use the conversion for translating bulk agricultural weights into mining assay metrics correctly
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Consult assay certificates or contract details for precise unit definitions when applicable
Limitations
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The US assay ton's mass varies historically and geographically, possibly causing ambiguity
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The metric quintal is distinct from traditional hundredweight units and should not be interchanged
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Conversion results depend on the specified standards and may require context-specific validation
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a metric quintal (cwt)?
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A metric quintal, also called a metric centner, is a unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms, used mainly for measuring bulk weights in agriculture.
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What is the US assay ton (AT)?
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The US assay ton is a historical mining unit used to report precious metal content; its exact mass has varied and is often defined explicitly in modern reporting.
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Can I use this converter for traditional hundredweight units?
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No, the metric quintal differs significantly from traditional hundredweight units, so this converter specifically applies only to metric quintal to US assay ton conversions.
Key Terminology
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Quintal (metric) [cwt]
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A unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms, used mainly in agriculture for measuring bulk weights.
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Ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)]
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A historical mining mass unit used to define standard sample mass for precious metal content reporting, with variable exact mass.
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Hundredweight (cwt)
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Traditional units of weight that differ by region; British long cwt is approximately 50.802 kg, and US short cwt is approximately 45.359 kg.