To convert pounds to ounces, multiply by 16.
The calculation uses 1 lb = 16 oz. Results are displayed to at most 10 significant digits. Definitions can be exact while a displayed decimal is rounded. Match the displayed precision to your original measurement.
The formula
value in oz = value in lb × 16
lb- Input unit: pounds
oz- Output unit: ounces
How to use this calculator
- Enter a value in lb.
- Multiply by the stored conversion factor.
- Read the result in oz; divide by the same factor to convert back.
Worked examples
Worked conversion
1 lb × 16 ≈ 16 oz.
Reverse conversion
16 oz ÷ 16 ≈ 1 lb. Rounding intermediate values can change the last displayed digit.
Frequently asked questions
What factor does this converter use?
It uses 16 oz per lb.
Why can another converter show a slightly different answer?
Check the unit convention first (such as US versus Imperial or decimal versus binary), then compare rounding. Measurement uncertainty is separate from the unit conversion.
lb to oz table
| lb | oz (rounded) |
|---|---|
| 0 | 0 |
| 1 | 16 |
| 2 | 32 |
| 5 | 80 |
| 10 | 160 |
| 100 | 1600 |
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