What is lumen per square meter per steradian?

It is a unit of luminance representing luminous intensity emitted, reflected, or transmitted per unit projected area and per unit solid angle, equivalent to candela per square meter.

When should I use candela per square centimeter?

This unit is best applied to describe luminance of small, high-intensity light emitting areas such as camera viewfinders, LED indicators, and display subpixels.

Is candela per square centimeter an SI unit?

No, it is a non‑SI derived unit commonly used to express luminance for small emitting surfaces.

How to Convert from Lumen/sq. meter/steradian to Candela/square centimeter

Learn how to convert luminance values from lumen per square meter per steradian to candela per square centimeter using this easy-to-use online converter. Understand key features, use cases, and best practices for accurate luminance conversions.

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Lumen/sq. meter/steradian to Candela/square centimeter Conversion Table

Lumen/sq. meter/steradian	Candela/square centimeter

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Lumen/sq. meter/steradian to Candela/square centimeter Conversion Table
Lumen/sq. meter/steradian	Candela/square centimeter

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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts luminance measurements from lumen per square meter per steradian (lm·m⁻²·sr⁻¹) into candela per square centimeter (cd/cm²), a non-SI derived unit used for small high-intensity emitting surfaces. It is ideal for applications in display engineering and photometric analysis.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the luminance value in lumen per square meter per steradian
Select 'lumen/sq. meter/steradian' as the input unit
Choose 'candela/square centimeter' as the output unit
Click convert to obtain the equivalent luminance in candela per square centimeter
Review the result and refer to examples for application guidance

Key Features

Converts luminous intensity per unit projected area and solid angle into intensity per unit area in cm²
Supports precise luminance conversions between lumen/sq. meter/steradian and candela/square centimeter
Browser-based and easy to use with no installation required
Provides conversion examples for practical understanding
Suited for photometry, display brightness, and optical instrumentation use cases

Examples

10 lumen/sq. meter/steradian equals 0.001 candela/square centimeter
500 lumen/sq. meter/steradian equals 0.05 candela/square centimeter

Common Use Cases

Specifying brightness of small, intense display elements like camera viewfinders and LED indicators
Describing luminance of CRT phosphors, OLED subpixels, and other small light-emitting surfaces
Assessing luminance for medical lighting instruments and compact surgical lamps
Designing lighting and signage to optimize brightness and visibility
Calibrating photometric instruments and setting camera exposure

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure consistent use of units especially when working with scientific or technical documentation
Use candela per square centimeter primarily for small emitting surfaces to maintain clarity
Refer to standard luminance definitions to avoid confusion between units
Cross-check results with examples to confirm accurate conversions
Consider alternative units like candela per square meter for larger areas

Limitations

Candela per square centimeter is a non-SI derived unit and should be used carefully in scientific contexts
The conversion is most appropriate for small emitting areas; larger surface luminance may require different units
Precision details are not provided by this converter
Users must maintain unit consistency when integrating converted values into broader calculations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is lumen per square meter per steradian?: It is a unit of luminance representing luminous intensity emitted, reflected, or transmitted per unit projected area and per unit solid angle, equivalent to candela per square meter.
When should I use candela per square centimeter?: This unit is best applied to describe luminance of small, high-intensity light emitting areas such as camera viewfinders, LED indicators, and display subpixels.
Is candela per square centimeter an SI unit?: No, it is a non‑SI derived unit commonly used to express luminance for small emitting surfaces.

Key Terminology

Lumen/sq. meter/steradian: A luminance unit expressing luminous intensity per unit projected area and solid angle; equivalent to candela per square meter.
Candela/square centimeter: A non-SI unit of luminance used for small emitting surfaces equal to 10,000 candela per square meter.
Luminance: A measure of luminous intensity emitted, reflected, or transmitted from a surface per unit projected area per unit solid angle.

Quick Knowledge Check

What quantity does lumen/sq. meter/steradian measure?

Luminous flux per steradian

Luminance as intensity per projected area per solid angle

Luminous energy per square meter

For which surfaces is candela per square centimeter most appropriate?

Large outdoor billboards

Small high-intensity emitting areas

Entire room lighting

What is the conversion factor from lumen/sq. meter/steradian to candela/square centimeter?

1 lumen/sq. meter/steradian = 10 candela/square centimeter

1 lumen/sq. meter/steradian = 0.0001 candela/square centimeter

1 lumen/sq. meter/steradian = 100 candela/square centimeter

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