A conversion chart is crucial for packaging machines for several reasons:
- Accuracy: It helps you make precise measurements and conversions between different units, which is essential for consistent product packaging.
- Efficiency: A conversion chart reduces downtime by providing quick reference points, letting operators adjust settings without extensive calculations.
- Quality Control: Consistent measurements help maintain product quality and compliance with industry standards, reducing the risk of errors.
- Cost Management: Accurate conversions minimize material waste, cutting down on production costs.
- Training Aid: It serves as a valuable resource for training new employees, helping them understand packaging requirements and machine settings faster.
- Interoperability: In multi-machine setups or when dealing with international suppliers, a conversion chart helps bridge different measurement systems, ensuring compatibility.
Basically, a conversion chart enhances operational efficiency, accuracy, and quality control in packaging processes. At Accutek Packaging Equipment, we pride ourselves on designing and manufacturing high-quality packaging solutions, particularly when it comes to our filling machines. Whether you’re a small business or a large-scale operation, having the right filling machine will keep your production lines running smoothly, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
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| U.S. AND METRIC EQUIVALENTS | ||||
| Weight | Liquid Capacity | U.S. Liquid Capacity | Volume | Length |
| 1 oz.=28.35 gr | 1 fl. oz. = 29.57 ml | 1 cup = 8 oz. | 1 oz. = 29.57 cc | 1 inch = 25.4 mm |
| 8 oz.=227 gr | 8 fl. oz. = 236.6 ml | 1 pint = 16 oz. | 8 oz. = 236.60 cc | 1 foot = 30 cm |
| 16 oz.=454 gr | 16 fl. oz. = 473.2 ml | 1 quart = 32 oz. | 16 oz .= 473.2 cc | 1 meter = 3.3 feet |
| 32 oz.=908 gr | 32 fl. oz. = 946.4 ml | 1/2 gallon = 64 oz. | 32 oz. = 946.40 cc | |
| 1 U.S. gallon = 3.78 l | 1 oz. = 8 dr | |||
| CONVERSION FROM METRIC MEASURES | ||||
| Symbol | When You Know | Multiply By | To Find | Symbol |
| dr | drams | 0.125 | ounces | oz. |
| cc | cubic centimeters | 0.034 | ounces | oz. |
| ml | mililiters | 0.034 | ounces | oz. |
| l | liters | 2.100 | pints | pt. |
| gr | grams | 0.035 | ounces | oz. |
| kg | kilograms | 2.200 | pounds | lbs. |
| mm | millimeters | 0.039 | inches | in. |
| CONVERSION TO METRIC MEASURES | ||||
| Symbol | When You Know | Multiply By | To Find | Symbol |
| oz. | ounces | 8.00 | drams | dr |
| oz. | ounces | 29.57 | cubic centimeters | cc |
| oz. | ounces | 29.57 | mililiters | ml |
| pt. | pints | 0.47 | liters | l |
| oz. | ounces | 28.35 | grams | gr |
| lbs. | pounds | 0.45 | kilograms | kg |
| in. | inches | 25.40 | millimeters | mm |
Viscosity Chart
| Typical Liquid | Centipoise (cp) | Centistokes (cSt) | Saybolt Second Universal (SSU) |
| Water | 1 | 1 | 31 |
| Milk | 3 | 4 | 40 |
| No. 4 Fuel Oil | 12.6 | 15.7 | 80 |
| Cream | 20 | 20.6 | 100 |
| Vegetable Oil | 40 | 43.2 | 200 |
| SAE 10 Oil | 88 | 110 | 500 |
| Tomato Juice | 180 | 220 | 1,000 |
| SAE 30 | 352 | 440 | 2,000 |
| Glycerine | 800 | 1,100 | 5,000 |
| Honey | 1,500 | 2,200 | 10,000 |
| Glue | 3,000 | 4,500 | 20,000 |
| Mayonnaise | 5,000 | 6,250 | 28,000 |
| Molasses B | 8,640 | 10,800 | 50,000 |
| Sour Cream | 15,000 | 19,000 | 86,000 |
| SAE 70 oil | 17,640 | 19,600 | 90,000 |
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