Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian to Nit Conversion

Convert between Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian and Nit quickly and accurately.

lm/(cm²·sr)
nt

How to Convert Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian to Nit

Conversion Formula

1 lm/(cm²·sr) = 10000 nt
1 nt = 0 lm/(cm²·sr)

Example

Convert 15 lm/(cm²·sr) to nt:

15 lm/(cm²·sr) = 15 × 10000 nt = 150000 nt

Unit Information

Learn about the luminance units you're converting between

Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian

lm/(cm²·sr)

Definition

The Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian is a unit of luminance using square centimeters as the area unit. It is equivalent to 10,000 candela per square meter and is used for measuring high-luminance sources with more manageable numbers.

History/Origin

This unit was developed as a practical alternative to the square meter unit when dealing with high-luminance applications. It provides more convenient numbers for measuring bright light sources and is commonly used in display technology and laser applications.

Current Use

Frequently used in display technology, laser systems, and high-intensity lighting applications. Common in measuring LED displays, plasma screens, and other bright light sources where precise luminance control is essential for performance and safety.

Multiplier

10000

Offset

0

Nit

nt

Definition

The Nit is a non-SI unit of luminance that is numerically equal to one candela per square meter. It is commonly used in display technology and lighting applications as a more convenient way to express luminance values, particularly in consumer electronics and display specifications.

History/Origin

The nit was introduced as a more user-friendly unit for expressing luminance values in display technology. The name comes from the Latin word "nitere" meaning "to shine," and it has become widely adopted in the electronics industry for specifying display brightness.

Current Use

Extensively used in display technology, consumer electronics, and lighting specifications. Common in monitor specifications, television ratings, smartphone displays, and other electronic devices where brightness is a key performance parameter.

Multiplier

1

Offset

0

Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian to Nit Conversion Table

Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian [lm/(cm²·sr)] Nit [nt]
1 lm/(cm²·sr) 10000 nt
10 lm/(cm²·sr) 100000 nt
25 lm/(cm²·sr) 250000 nt
50 lm/(cm²·sr) 500000 nt
100 lm/(cm²·sr) 1000000 nt
0 lm/(cm²·sr) 0E+0 nt
-10 lm/(cm²·sr) -100000 nt
-40 lm/(cm²·sr) -400000 nt