How Much Is 5.08 Ounces of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) in Cups?
Converting 5.08 ounces of kosher salt (diamond crystal) to cups gives 1.00 cup. First convert to grams (5.08 oz = 144.02g), then divide by the density of kosher salt (diamond crystal) (144g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5.08 ounces of kosher salt (diamond crystal)
- Convert ounces to grams: 5.08 × 28.35 = 144.02g
- 1 cup of kosher salt (diamond crystal) = 144g
- 144.02g ÷ 144g/cup = 1.00 cup
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
If substituting one salt type for another, convert by weight (grams) rather than volume to keep the salinity correct.
Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (diamond crystal) scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (5.08 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal)
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.20 cups | 0.19 cups | 0.16 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.39 cups | 0.37 cups | 0.33 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.59 cups | 0.56 cups | 0.49 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.79 cups | 0.75 cups | 0.66 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.98 cups | 0.93 cups | 0.82 cups |
| 5.08 ounces | 1.00 cup | 0.95 cups | 0.83 cups |
| 6 ounces | 1.18 cups | 1.12 cups | 0.98 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.57 cups | 1.49 cups | 1.31 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.97 cups | 1.86 cups | 1.64 cups |
| 12 ounces | 2.36 cups | 2.24 cups | 1.97 cups |
| 16 ounces | 3.15 cups | 2.98 cups | 2.62 cups |
Understanding the Units
What is an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.
What is a Cup?
There are three cup standards used worldwide. The US cup (236.588 ml) is used in American recipes. The metric cup (250 ml) is standard in Australia, New Zealand, and some parts of Asia. The imperial cup (284.131 ml) appears in older British and Canadian recipes. A metric cup holds about 5.7% more than a US cup, while an imperial cup holds about 20% more. Using the wrong standard can noticeably affect a recipe.