What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms values from candela steradian per square meter, a commonly used measure of illuminance, into lumen per square centimeter, a unit suited for smaller-scale brightness measurement on tiny surfaces.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the illuminance value in candela steradian per square meter.
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Select the target unit lumen per square centimeter for conversion.
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Click convert to get the equivalent value instantly.
Key Features
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Converts illuminance between candela steradian/sq. meter and lumen/square centimeter units.
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Based on established photometric equivalences and conversion rates.
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Supports precise measurement needs in lighting design and scientific photometry.
Examples
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Convert 50 candela steradian/sq. meter to lumen/square centimeter results in 0.005 lumen/sq. cm.
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Convert 200 candela steradian/sq. meter to lumen/square centimeter results in 0.02 lumen/sq. cm.
Common Use Cases
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Determining indoor lighting levels in workplaces with lux standards.
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Assessing brightness of small high-power LEDs or LED dies using per cm² intensity.
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Measuring illumination on microscope slides or compact sensor surfaces in laboratories.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure input values reflect uniform illumination for accurate conversion results.
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Use per square centimeter metrics when dealing with small devices or optical components.
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Be mindful of the scale difference when interpreting converted brightness values.
Limitations
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Be cautious with measurement accuracy due to the smaller surface basis of lumen/sq. cm.
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Conversion assumes uniform lighting and does not consider directional light distribution.
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Unit interpretation must consider substantial differences in area scale to avoid misrepresentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does candela steradian per square meter measure?
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It measures illuminance, equivalent to the luminous flux per unit area, numerically equal to lux.
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When would I use lumen per square centimeter?
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It's used to specify brightness on small surfaces such as LEDs, microscope slides, or small optical components.
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Is the conversion linear between these units?
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Yes, the conversion follows a fixed rate where 1 candela steradian/sq. meter equals 0.0001 lumen/square centimeter.
Key Terminology
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Candela steradian/sq. meter
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A unit measuring illuminance equivalent to luminous flux per square meter, numerically equal to lux.
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Lumen/square centimeter
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A photometric unit expressing luminous flux incident on one square centimeter of surface, representing perceived brightness.
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Illuminance
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The total luminous flux incident on a surface per unit area, indicating how much light is received.