Luminous Intensity Converter
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Supported units
Convert between candela (cd), lumen per steradian (lm/sr), and SI-prefixed candelas (mcd, kcd, Mcd). Exact relationships are used, including 1 cd = 1 lm/sr.
Popular pairs
- cd <-> lm/sr
- mcd <-> cd
- kcd <-> cd
How to use
Pick your from/to units using the search boxes, enter a value, and the result updates instantly. Use the copy button to grab the output.
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Luminous Intensity Converter FAQ
Are the conversions exact?
Yes. Candela is defined as lumen per steradian, so we use the exact cd ↔ lm/sr relationship and SI prefixes.
Can I convert between mcd and kcd?
Yes. Enter your value in mcd or kcd and select the target; results update instantly as you type.
Does this handle very small or very large intensities?
Yes. You can convert down to millicandela or up to megacandela with high precision using Decimal arithmetic.