Stilb to Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian Conversion

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

From Stilb

To Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian

lm/(cm²·sr)

How to Convert Stilb to Lumen per Square Centimeter Steradian

Conversion Formula

1 sb = 1 lm/(cm²·sr)

1 lm/(cm²·sr) = 1 sb

Example

Convert 15 sb to lm/(cm²·sr):

15 sb = 15 × 1 lm/(cm²·sr) = 15 lm/(cm²·sr)

Unit Information

Learn about the luminance units you're converting between

Stilb

Definition

The Stilb is a CGS unit of luminance, equal to 10,000 candela per square meter. It was part of the centimeter-gram-second system and is still used in some specialized applications, particularly in older scientific literature and certain technical contexts.

History/Origin

The stilb was originally defined in the CGS system as a unit of luminance, named after the Greek word for brightness. It was widely used in early photometry and lighting science before the adoption of SI units became standard in most applications.

Current Use

Still used in some specialized scientific applications, particularly in older technical specifications and certain branches of photometry. While largely replaced by SI units, it occasionally appears in historical contexts and specialized measurement systems.

Multiplier

10000

Offset

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