Mass Multiples

The Multiple of Masses calculator computes the multiple of a mass.

INSTRUCTION: Choose units and enter the following:

• (M) Mass or Weight of Item.
• (k) Mass Multiple

Multiple of Mass (kM):   The mass is returned in kilograms (kg).  However, this can be automatically converted to compatible units via the pull-down menu.

The Math / Science

The difference between masses is a simple calculation of the following formula:

    kM = k * M

where:

• kM = Multiple of Mass or Weight
• M = Mass or Weight of object
• k = Multiple

The real power of this calculator lies in the ability to switch between units of the input masses and the resulting mass automatically.   Note, the conversion between mass and weight is only scientifically sound if you presume a consistent force of gravity on the surface of the Earth.  Otherwise, one pound does not consistently convert to a number of kilograms.