Pounds to ounces – convert lb to oz
Convert pounds to ounces (lb to oz) for cooking recipes, parcel weights, gym plates and more. This page opens the main mass converter with lb → oz pre-selected so you can type any value in pounds and instantly see the result in ounces.
Open the interactive lb → oz converter:
Use main converter (lb → oz) or switch to oz → lbThe homepage lets you jump between pounds, ounces, kilograms and stone. You can also switch to the Tool Hub for timers, clocks and other helpers while you work.
Quick reference: pounds to ounces
There are exactly 16 ounces in a pound, so: oz = lb × 16.
| Pounds (lb) | Ounces (oz) |
|---|---|
| 0.25 lb | 4 oz |
| 0.5 lb | 8 oz |
| 1 lb | 16 oz |
| 1.5 lb | 24 oz |
| 2 lb | 32 oz |
| 5 lb | 80 oz |
| 10 lb | 160 oz |
How to convert lb to oz
The conversion is simple:
ounces = pounds × 16
Examples:
- 2.5 lb × 16 = 40 oz
- 0.75 lb × 16 = 12 oz
- 10 lb × 16 = 160 oz
When do people convert pounds to ounces?
- Reading US or UK food packaging that lists both pounds and ounces.
- Working with postage or courier weight limits.
- Logging gym dumbbells and plates in a more detailed unit than just pounds.
- Converting old recipes and cookbooks into numbers that are easier to picture.
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