What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms luminance measurements expressed in watt per square centimeter per steradian at 555 nm into foot-lambert, an imperial unit for luminance commonly used in theaters and display technologies.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the luminance value in watt per square centimeter per steradian at 555 nm.
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Select the input and output units accordingly.
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Initiate the conversion to get the equivalent luminance in foot-lambert.
Key Features
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Converts spectral radiance at 555 nm wavelength to foot-lambert units.
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Supports luminance measurement translation for optical metrology and display calibration.
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Browser-based and easy to use with quick conversion output.
Examples
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0.5 watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm) converts to 996,713.88 foot-lambert.
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2 watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm) converts to 3,986,855.52 foot-lambert.
Common Use Cases
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Translating radiometric spectral radiance to photometric luminance for vision research.
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Specifying or comparing LED and lamp outputs at the photopic peak wavelength.
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Calibrating and measuring screen brightness in cinema and home theater environments.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure measurements are taken specifically at 555 nm to maintain conversion accuracy.
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Use the tool to aid in equipment calibration and display comparison in imperial units.
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Pay close attention to unit scales due to the large conversion factor.
Limitations
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Conversion applies only to measurements at 555 nm wavelength reflecting peak human visual sensitivity.
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Using the tool for other wavelengths may produce incorrect luminance results.
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Large numerical conversion factors require careful handling to avoid errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is the wavelength 555 nm important in this conversion?
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555 nm corresponds to the peak sensitivity of human vision in photopic conditions, which aligns radiometric and photometric measures for accurate luminance conversion.
Key Terminology
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Watt/sq. cm/steradian (at 555 nm)
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A radiometric spectral radiance unit measuring radiant power per square centimeter per steradian at the 555 nm wavelength, linked to photopic vision sensitivity.
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Foot-lambert (fL)
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An imperial luminance unit that quantifies luminous intensity emitted or reflected from a surface per unit projected area in a specified direction.
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Photopic Peak
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The wavelength of 555 nm at which human visual sensitivity under well-lit conditions is at its maximum.