Online calculator to convert pounds to ounces (lb to oz) with formulas, examples, and tables. Our conversions provide a quick and easy way to convert between Weight or Mass units.
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Conversion Definitions
The following is a list of definitions relating to conversions between pounds and ounces.
What is a pound (lb)?
A pound is a unit of mass in both US Customary Units as well as the Imperial System. The symbol for pound is lb or lbs. There are 0.0625 pounds in an ounce.
What is an ounce (oz)?
An ounce is a unit of mass in both US Customary Units as well as the Imperial System. The symbol for ounce is oz. There are 16 ounces in a pound.
Conversion Formula
Let's take a closer look at the conversion formula so that you can do these conversions yourself with a calculator or with an old-fashioned pencil and paper.
The formula to convert from lb to ounces is:
oz = lb x 16
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from pounds to ounces (lb to oz).
Pound to Ounce Conversion Example
Task: Convert 5 pounds to ounces (show work) Formula: lb x 16 = oz Calculations: 5 lb x 16 = 80 oz Result: 5 lb is equal to 80 oz
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from lb to ounce.
Pounds to Ounces Conversion Chart
| pounds (lb) | ounces (oz) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 16 oz |
| 2 lb | 32 oz |
| 3 lb | 48 oz |
| 4 lb | 64 oz |
| 5 lb | 80 oz |
| 6 lb | 96 oz |
| 7 lb | 112 oz |
| 8 lb | 128 oz |
| 9 lb | 144 oz |
| 10 lb | 160 oz |
| 20 lb | 320 oz |
| 30 lb | 480 oz |
| 40 lb | 640 oz |
| 50 lb | 800 oz |
| 75 lb | 1,200 oz |
| 100 lb | 1,600 oz |
| 250 lb | 4,000 oz |
| 500 lb | 8,000 oz |
| 750 lb | 12,000 oz |
| 1,000 lb | 16,000 oz |
| 2,500 lb | 40,000 oz |
| 5,000 lb | 80,000 oz |
| 7,500 lb | 120,000 oz |
| 10,000 lb | 160,000 oz |
| 25,000 lb | 400,000 oz |
| 50,000 lb | 800,000 oz |
| 75,000 lb | 1,200,000 oz |
| 100,000 lb | 1,600,000 oz |
| 250,000 lb | 4,000,000 oz |
Related Units
This table provides a summary of the Weight or Mass units within their respective measurement systems.
| Unit | Symbol | Measurement System |
|---|---|---|
| ounces | oz | US Customary Units/Imperial System |
| pounds | lbs or lb | US Customary Units/Imperial System |
| stones | st | Imperial System |
| short tons (US tons) | T | US Customary Units |
| long tons (Imperial tons) | long tn | Imperial System |
| nanograms | ng | Metric System |
| micrograms | mcg or μg | Metric System |
| milligrams | mg | Metric System |
| centigrams | cg | Metric System |
| decigrams | dg | Metric System |
| grams | g | Metric System |
| decagrams | dag or dkg | Metric System |
| hectograms | hg | Metric System |
| kilograms | kg | Metric System |
| metric tons (tonnes) | t | Metric System |
| gigagrams | Gg | Metric System |
| teragrams | Tg | Metric System |
Note: For Weight and Mass conversions, US Customary Units and the Imperial System are equivalent.
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