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Carat to Pennyweight

Convert Carat to Pennyweight and get the exact value instantly.

About this conversion

To convert Carat to Pennyweight, multiply the number of Carat by 0.1286029863.

Weight units split between the metric world (grams, kilograms) and imperial habits (pounds, ounces, stones), which is why shipping labels, recipes and gym plates rarely line up without a conversion.

Conversion table

Carat (ct)Pennyweight (dwt)
1 ct0.1286029863 dwt
2 ct0.2572059725 dwt
5 ct0.6430149314 dwt
10 ct1.286029863 dwt
100 ct12.86029863 dwt

How to use this converter

  1. Enter your Carat value

    Type any number into the Carat field. It starts at 1 so you can read the rate straight away.

  2. Read the Pennyweight result

    The amount in Pennyweight updates as you type, so there is no button to press and nothing to wait for.

  3. Swap or keep exploring

    Use the swap control to flip the direction, or pick a related conversion from the list below.

Frequently asked

How many Pennyweight are in one Carat?
One Carat equals 0.1286029863 dwt. Enter any amount above to get an exact figure for your own value.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact international definition of each unit and computes on your device, so the only rounding is for display.
Do you upload the numbers I enter?
No. The Carat to Pennyweight conversion runs entirely in your browser tab, and nothing you type is sent to a server.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It runs in any modern mobile browser and keeps working offline once the page has loaded.

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