Convert kilopound to pound (troy or apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert kilopound [kip] to pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t], or Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to kilopound.
How to Convert Kilopound to Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
1 kip = 1215.27777777778 lb t
Example: convert 15 kip to lb t:
15 kip = 15 × 1215.27777777778 lb t = 18229.1666666667 lb t
Kilopound to Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) Conversion Table
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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.
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
A pound (troy or apothecary) is a unit of weight used primarily for precious metals and gemstones, equivalent to 12 ounces or approximately 373 grams.
History/Origin
The troy pound originated in the medieval French town of Troyes, historically used in the trade of precious metals and gemstones. The apothecary pound was used in pharmacy for weighing medicines and ingredients. Both units have roots in medieval European systems of measurement.
Current Use
The troy pound is still used in the precious metals industry, especially for gold, silver, and gemstones. The apothecary pound is largely obsolete but may still be referenced in historical contexts or traditional practices.