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Lux to Candela steradian per square meter Converter
Use this page to convert lux values into candela steradian per square meter, with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 lx = 1 cd*sr/m^2
1 cd*sr/m^2 = 1 lx
Example: 500 lx = 500 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
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 to Candela steradian per square meter table
| Lux [lx] | Candela steradian per square meter [cd*sr/m^2] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 lx | 0.01 cd*sr/m^2 |
| 0.1 lx | 0.1 cd*sr/m^2 |
| 1 lx | 1 cd*sr/m^2 |
| 2 lx | 2 cd*sr/m^2 |
| 5 lx | 5 cd*sr/m^2 |
| 10 lx | 10 cd*sr/m^2 |
| 20 lx | 20 cd*sr/m^2 |
| 50 lx | 50 cd*sr/m^2 |
| 100 lx | 100 cd*sr/m^2 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Candela steradian per square meter (cd*sr/m^2) are in one Lux (lx)?
One Lux equals 1 Candela steradian per square meter.
How do you convert Lux to Candela steradian per square meter?
Multiply the Lux value by 1 to get the result in Candela steradian per square meter.
How do you convert Candela steradian per square meter back to Lux?
Multiply the Candela steradian per square meter value by 1 to get back to Lux.
What is 500 Lux in Candela steradian per square meter?
500 Lux equals 500 Candela steradian per square meter.