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Candela steradian per square meter to Lux Converter
Use this page to convert candela steradian per square meter values into lux, with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 cd*sr/m^2 = 1 lx
1 lx = 1 cd*sr/m^2
Example: 500 cd*sr/m^2 = 500 lx
Candela steradian per square meter
One candela steradian per square meter is equal to one lux.
History: Candela times steradian is dimensionally equivalent to lumen.
Current use: Used in photometric derivations and optical calculations.
Also written as cd*sr/m^2.
Lux
Lux measures luminous flux incident on a surface per square meter.
History: Lux is the SI unit for illumination or illuminance.
Current use: Used in lighting design, workplace standards, photography, displays, architecture, and safety guidelines.
Also written as lx.
Candela steradian per square meter to Lux table
| Candela steradian per square meter [cd*sr/m^2] | Lux [lx] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 cd*sr/m^2 | 0.01 lx |
| 0.1 cd*sr/m^2 | 0.1 lx |
| 1 cd*sr/m^2 | 1 lx |
| 2 cd*sr/m^2 | 2 lx |
| 5 cd*sr/m^2 | 5 lx |
| 10 cd*sr/m^2 | 10 lx |
| 20 cd*sr/m^2 | 20 lx |
| 50 cd*sr/m^2 | 50 lx |
| 100 cd*sr/m^2 | 100 lx |
Frequently asked questions
How many Lux (lx) are in one Candela steradian per square meter (cd*sr/m^2)?
One Candela steradian per square meter equals 1 Lux.
How do you convert Candela steradian per square meter to Lux?
Multiply the Candela steradian per square meter value by 1 to get the result in Lux.
How do you convert Lux back to Candela steradian per square meter?
Multiply the Lux value by 1 to get back to Candela steradian per square meter.
What is 500 Candela steradian per square meter in Lux?
500 Candela steradian per square meter equals 500 Lux.