What does watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm) represent?

It is a radiometric spectral radiance unit representing radiant power per projected area per solid angle at 555 nm, aligning with human visual sensitivity peaks.

Is bril a standard luminance unit?

No, bril is not widely recognized or standardized and is typically a nonstandard or proprietary term.

When should I use this conversion tool?

Use it when you need to relate radiometric units at 555 nm to the nonstandard unit bril encountered in legacy or proprietary measurements.

How to Convert from Watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm) to Bril

Learn how to convert luminance values from watt per square centimeter per steradian at 555 nm to the nonstandard unit bril. Understand the definitions, use cases, and conversion process between these units.

Watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm)

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Watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm) to Bril Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This converter facilitates changing luminance measurements from the radiometric spectral radiance unit watt per square centimeter per steradian at 555 nm to the nonstandard unit bril. It is designed to assist users who encounter the proprietary or legacy unit bril and wish to relate it to recognized radiometric units.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the luminance value in watt per square centimeter per steradian (at 555 nm)
Select the target unit as bril
Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent bril value
Review the result and use it to interpret or compare with legacy measurement data

Key Features

Converts spectral radiance at the photopic peak wavelength (555 nm) to bril units
Supports interpreting nonstandard and proprietary luminance units
Provides a clear formula and examples for conversion
Ideal for use in optical metrology, lighting design, and vision science contexts
Browser-based, easy-to-use interface for quick conversions

Examples

0.5 watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm) converts to 107285389120090 bril
2 watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm) converts to 429141556480360 bril

Common Use Cases

Characterizing spectral radiance of small light sources or displays aligned with human visual sensitivity
Converting radiometric radiance measurements to legacy or proprietary units labeled as bril
Interpreting brightness data in optical metrology, lighting design, and vision science
Handling legacy measurement data containing the unit bril for display or signage luminance

Tips & Best Practices

Confirm the definition of bril from original sources before interpreting converted results
Use standard SI units such as candela per square metre where possible for clarity
Be cautious applying conversion results in scientific or engineering contexts due to bril's nonstandard status
Leverage this tool mainly for interpreting legacy or proprietary data rather than official specifications

Limitations

Bril is not a standardized or internationally recognized luminance unit
Conversion lacks official validation and depends on proprietary or local definitions
Large conversion factor suggests bril may be a scaled or arbitrary measurement unit
Should not be used in formal scientific, engineering, or official documentation without verification

Frequently Asked Questions

What does watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm) represent?: It is a radiometric spectral radiance unit representing radiant power per projected area per solid angle at 555 nm, aligning with human visual sensitivity peaks.
Is bril a standard luminance unit?: No, bril is not widely recognized or standardized and is typically a nonstandard or proprietary term.
When should I use this conversion tool?: Use it when you need to relate radiometric units at 555 nm to the nonstandard unit bril encountered in legacy or proprietary measurements.

Key Terminology

Watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm): A radiometric spectral radiance unit that measures radiant power per unit projected area and per unit solid angle at the 555 nm wavelength.
Bril: A nonstandard, likely proprietary luminance unit without official recognition in measurement systems.
Spectral Radiance: The radiant power emitted per unit area per unit solid angle at a specific wavelength.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does 'bril' most likely represent?

A standardized SI luminance unit

A nonstandard or proprietary luminance term

A unit for measuring luminous flux

Which wavelength is referenced in the watt/sq. cm/steradian unit for this conversion?

450 nm

555 nm

600 nm

What should be done before interpreting measurements in 'bril'?

Convert directly to lux

Confirm the definition with the original source

Assume it equals candela per square metre

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