Lumen per Square Meter Steradian to Candela per Square Centimeter Conversion

Convert between Lumen per Square Meter Steradian and Candela per Square Centimeter quickly and accurately.

lm/(m²·sr)
cd/cm²

How to Convert Lumen per Square Meter Steradian to Candela per Square Centimeter

Conversion Formula

1 lm/(m²·sr) = 0 cd/cm²
1 cd/cm² = 10000 lm/(m²·sr)

Example

Convert 15 lm/(m²·sr) to cd/cm²:

15 lm/(m²·sr) = 15 × 0 cd/cm² = 0.002 cd/cm²

Unit Information

Learn about the luminance units you're converting between

Lumen per Square Meter Steradian

lm/(m²·sr)

Definition

The Lumen per Square Meter Steradian is a unit of luminance that explicitly shows the relationship between luminous flux, area, and solid angle. It is dimensionally equivalent to candela per square meter and provides insight into the geometric aspects of light measurement.

History/Origin

This unit was developed to emphasize the relationship between luminous flux, surface area, and solid angle in luminance measurements. It provides a more detailed understanding of how light is distributed and measured in three-dimensional space.

Current Use

Used in advanced photometry and lighting calculations where the relationship between flux, area, and solid angle is important. Common in research applications and detailed lighting analysis where understanding the geometric aspects of light distribution is crucial.

Multiplier

1

Offset

0

Candela per Square Centimeter

cd/cm²

Definition

The Candela per Square Centimeter is a metric unit of luminance, equal to 10,000 candela per square meter. It is commonly used for measuring very bright light sources and high-intensity displays where the standard unit would result in very large numbers.

History/Origin

This unit emerged as a practical alternative to the base SI unit when dealing with high-luminance sources. It provides more manageable numbers when measuring bright displays, laser sources, and intense lighting applications where the square meter unit becomes unwieldy.

Current Use

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

Multiplier

10000

Offset

0

Lumen per Square Meter Steradian to Candela per Square Centimeter Conversion Table

Lumen per Square Meter Steradian [lm/(m²·sr)] Candela per Square Centimeter [cd/cm²]
1 lm/(m²·sr) 0.0001 cd/cm²
10 lm/(m²·sr) 0.001 cd/cm²
25 lm/(m²·sr) 0.0025 cd/cm²
50 lm/(m²·sr) 0.005 cd/cm²
100 lm/(m²·sr) 0.01 cd/cm²
0 lm/(m²·sr) 0E+0 cd/cm²
-10 lm/(m²·sr) -0.001 cd/cm²
-40 lm/(m²·sr) -0.004 cd/cm²