Grams to Pints Conversion Calculator
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How to Convert Grams to Pints
Since grams are a unit of mass and pints are a unit of volume, which are different physical quantities, we need to know one more physical quantity of the ingredient or substance to convert between them. In this case, we need to account for the density of the substance whenever we do a conversion.
Therefore, to convert between grams and pints of an ingredient or substance, we must either multiply or divide by its density, depending on which direction we are performing the conversion.
Grams to Pints Formula
To convert a measurement in grams to pints, divide the weight by the density of the ingredient or material. Note that in order for this to work, the density must be in grams per pint (g/pt).
If the density is given in grams per milliliter (g/mL), then first multiply the density by 473.1765 to convert to g/pt.
For a density given in g/mL, you can use this simple formula to convert:
pints = grams / 473.1765 × density
Thus, the volume in pints is equal to the weight in grams divided by 473.1765 times the density (in g/mL) of the ingredient, substance, or material.
For example, here's how to convert 500 grams to pints for an ingredient with a density of 0.7 g/mL.
pints = 500 g / 473.1765 × 0.7 g/mL = 1.5096 pt
When to Convert Grams to Pints
Grams and pints are both commonly used to measure cooking ingredients.
For cooking applications, most chefs suggest measuring dry ingredients by weight rather than volume to improve accuracy in the measurements.[1] The density of dry ingredients can vary for a variety of reasons, such as compaction and clumping.
The best way to ensure an accurate conversion is to use a scale. When a scale is not available, a calculator like the one above is a good way to estimate the weight to volume conversion.
Another useful application of weight and volume conversions is chemistry. When performing chemical reactions by combining separate chemicals to produce a new chemical, one must know the exact amount of each chemical to add in order to maximize the yield of the reaction.
It is common to mix powdered chemicals with liquid, or aqueous, chemicals, and this is where it becomes very useful to convert between weights and volumes.[2]
Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure.
What Is a Gram?
A gram is a unit of mass equal to 1/1,000 of a kilogram or 0.035274 ounces, and is equivalent to the mass of one cubic centimeter, or one milliliter, of water.
The gram, or gramme, is an SI unit of mass in the metric system. Grams can be abbreviated as g; for example, 1 gram can be written as 1 g.
A gram is frequently referred to as a unit of weight. While technically, a gram is a measure of mass, and weight is actually a measure of force, the two are equivalent as long as we are performing our calculations on Earth.
For example, an object with a mass of 1 gram weighs 1 gram on Earth, but only weighs one-sixth of that on the moon, yet still has the same mass.
Learn more about grams.
What Is a Pint?
The US liquid pint is a unit of fluid volume equal to one-eighth of a gallon, one-half of a quart, or two cups. The liquid pint should not be confused with the dry pint (US) or the imperial pint, which are different units.
The pint is a US customary unit of volume. Pints can be abbreviated as pt; for example, 1 pint can be written as 1 pt.
Learn more about pints.
Gram to Pint Conversion Table
| Weight in Grams: | Volume in Pints of: | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | Milk | Cooking Oil | All Purpose Flour | Granulated Sugar | |
| 100 g | 0.211338 pt | 0.205182 pt | 0.240156 pt | 0.399504 pt | 0.29977 pt |
| 200 g | 0.422675 pt | 0.410364 pt | 0.480313 pt | 0.799008 pt | 0.599539 pt |
| 300 g | 0.634013 pt | 0.615547 pt | 0.720469 pt | 1.1985 pt | 0.899309 pt |
| 400 g | 0.845351 pt | 0.820729 pt | 0.960626 pt | 1.598 pt | 1.1991 pt |
| 500 g | 1.0567 pt | 1.0259 pt | 1.2008 pt | 1.9975 pt | 1.4988 pt |
| 600 g | 1.268 pt | 1.2311 pt | 1.4409 pt | 2.397 pt | 1.7986 pt |
| 700 g | 1.4794 pt | 1.4363 pt | 1.6811 pt | 2.7965 pt | 2.0984 pt |
| 800 g | 1.6907 pt | 1.6415 pt | 1.9213 pt | 3.196 pt | 2.3982 pt |
| 900 g | 1.902 pt | 1.8466 pt | 2.1614 pt | 3.5955 pt | 2.6979 pt |
| 1,000 g | 2.1134 pt | 2.0518 pt | 2.4016 pt | 3.995 pt | 2.9977 pt |
| 1,100 g | 2.3247 pt | 2.257 pt | 2.6417 pt | 4.3945 pt | 3.2975 pt |
| 1,200 g | 2.5361 pt | 2.4622 pt | 2.8819 pt | 4.794 pt | 3.5972 pt |
| 1,300 g | 2.7474 pt | 2.6674 pt | 3.122 pt | 5.1936 pt | 3.897 pt |
| 1,400 g | 2.9587 pt | 2.8726 pt | 3.3622 pt | 5.5931 pt | 4.1968 pt |
| 1,500 g | 3.1701 pt | 3.0777 pt | 3.6023 pt | 5.9926 pt | 4.4965 pt |
| 1,600 g | 3.3814 pt | 3.2829 pt | 3.8425 pt | 6.3921 pt | 4.7963 pt |
| 1,700 g | 3.5927 pt | 3.4881 pt | 4.0827 pt | 6.7916 pt | 5.0961 pt |
| 1,800 g | 3.8041 pt | 3.6933 pt | 4.3228 pt | 7.1911 pt | 5.3959 pt |
| 1,900 g | 4.0154 pt | 3.8985 pt | 4.563 pt | 7.5906 pt | 5.6956 pt |
| 2,000 g | 4.2268 pt | 4.1036 pt | 4.8031 pt | 7.9901 pt | 5.9954 pt |
References
- National Institute of Standards & Technology, Culinary Measurement Tips, https://www.nist.gov/pml/owm/culinary-measurement-tips
- CK-12 Foundation, Introductory Chemistry (CK-12) - 12.6: Mass-Volume Stoichiometry, https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_Chemistry/Introductory_Chemistry_(CK-12)/12%3A_Stoichiometry/12.06%3A_Mass-Volume_Stoichiometry