Watt per Square Centimeter Steradian (at 555 nm) to Bril Conversion

Convert between Watt per Square Centimeter Steradian (at 555 nm) and Bril quickly and accurately.

W/(cm²·sr)
bril

How to Convert Watt per Square Centimeter Steradian (at 555 nm) to Bril

Conversion Formula

1 W/(cm²·sr) = 2E+14 bril
1 bril = 5E-15 W/(cm²·sr)

Example

Convert 15 W/(cm²·sr) to bril:

15 W/(cm²·sr) = 15 × 2E+14 bril = 3E+15 bril

Unit Information

Learn about the luminance units you're converting between

Watt per Square Centimeter Steradian (at 555 nm)

W/(cm²·sr)

Definition

The Watt per Square Centimeter Steradian at 555 nm is a radiometric unit of luminance that measures radiant power per unit area and solid angle at the peak sensitivity wavelength of the human eye. It is used for precise photometric calculations and laser applications.

History/Origin

This unit was developed for applications requiring precise conversion between radiometric and photometric quantities. The 555 nm wavelength corresponds to the peak sensitivity of the human eye, making it ideal for accurate photometric measurements and laser safety calculations.

Current Use

Used in laser safety, precision photometry, and applications requiring exact conversion between radiometric and photometric units. Essential for laser power measurements, optical system design, and safety calculations where precise luminance values are critical.

Multiplier

6830000

Offset

0

Bril

bril

Definition

The Bril is a very small unit of luminance equal to 3.1830988618379E-8 candela per square meter. It is used for measuring extremely low luminance values, such as those found in very dim light sources or specialized low-light measurement applications.

History/Origin

This unit was developed for applications requiring measurement of extremely low luminance values. The name "bril" suggests brightness, and it provides a practical way to express very small luminance values without using scientific notation.

Current Use

Used in specialized low-light measurement applications, night vision research, and photometry where extremely low luminance values need to be measured and expressed. Common in research applications and precision photometric measurements.

Multiplier

3E-8

Offset

0

Watt per Square Centimeter Steradian (at 555 nm) to Bril Conversion Table

Watt per Square Centimeter Steradian (at 555 nm) [W/(cm²·sr)] Bril [bril]
1 W/(cm²·sr) 2E+14 bril
10 W/(cm²·sr) 2E+15 bril
25 W/(cm²·sr) 5E+15 bril
50 W/(cm²·sr) 1E+16 bril
100 W/(cm²·sr) 2E+16 bril
0 W/(cm²·sr) 0E+0 bril
-10 W/(cm²·sr) -2E+15 bril
-40 W/(cm²·sr) -9E+15 bril

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