Ounce to Dram

An Ounce to Dram Converter is a simple yet highly precise tool that helps convert weight from ounces (oz) to drams (dr). Both are units in the imperial system and U.S. customary system, where an ounce is a larger unit commonly used in daily life, and a dram is a smaller subdivision often used in pharmaceuticals, herbal dosing, and laboratory sciences. This converter is especially useful when high-resolution weight measurements are required.

The conversion formula is:

1 ounce = 16 drams

To convert ounces to drams, multiply the number of ounces by 16.

Common Uses for Ounce to Dram Conversion:

• Pharmacy & Medicine: Breaking down larger doses into smaller components.
• Culinary Arts: Measuring precise quantities of spices or extracts.
• Herbalism: Preparing herbal remedies in small, accurate amounts.
• Scientific Labs: Recording exact sample weights in drams.
• Jewelry & Metalwork: Weighing tiny amounts of precious metals.

Key Features of Ounce to Dram Converter:

• Precision Accuracy: Converts ounces to drams instantly and precisely.
• Real-Time Output: Delivers fast, accurate results on any device.
• Easy to Use: No math needed – enter a number and get immediate results.
• Highly Reliable: Prevents conversion errors for sensitive applications.
• Universal Application: Used in healthcare, labs, kitchens, and craftwork.
• Mobile & Desktop Friendly: Works seamlessly across all screen sizes.

The Ounce to Dram Converter is ideal for anyone needing precise conversions from ounces to smaller units like drams, particularly in environments where micro-level accuracy is critical.

Here’s how to use the Ounce to Dram Converter:

Select the Unit You Want to Convert From (Ounces)

Choose Ounces (oz) as your base unit.

Select the Unit You Want to Convert To (Drams)

Choose Drams (dr) as the output unit.

Enter the Amount

Input the number of ounces you want to convert (e.g., "2 oz").

Get Instant Results

The converter will automatically calculate and display the value in drams.

Use as Needed

Applicable for dosing, compounding, cooking, or weighing metals.

Here’s how to convert Ounces to Drams:

1 ounce = 16 drams

Example 1: Converting 2 ounces to drams

2 × 16 = 32 drams

Example 2: Converting 4.5 ounces to drams

4.5 × 16 = 72 drams

To convert ounces to drams, multiply the ounce value by 16.

Ounce to Dram Converter Reference Table

From Unit

To Unit

Conversion Value

Example Calculation

1 oz

Drams

16 dr

1 × 16 = 16 dr

2 oz

Drams

32 dr

2 × 16 = 32 dr

3 oz

Drams

48 dr

3 × 16 = 48 dr

4 oz

Drams

64 dr

4 × 16 = 64 dr

5 oz

Drams

80 dr

5 × 16 = 80 dr

Steps to Convert Ounces to Drams:

• Multiply the number of ounces by 16

Formula:

Drams = Ounces × 16