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Lux
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Lux Unit Table
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1 lx0.0003141592653587727 L
2 lx0.0006283185307175454 L
3 lx0.0009424777960763181 L
4 lx0.0012566370614350909 L
5 lx0.0015707963267938636 L
6 lx0.0018849555921526362 L
7 lx0.002199114857511409 L
8 lx0.0025132741228701817 L
9 lx0.0028274333882289545 L
10 lx0.0031415926535877273 L
Description

Lux (lx): Assessing Illuminance Levels

Lux is the SI unit of illuminance, representing the amount of luminous flux (in lumens) incident on a surface per unit area. One lux equals one lumen per square meter. This measurement is vital for determining how well-lit a surface or area is, considering both the intensity of the light source and the distance from it.

Accurate lux measurements are essential in various fields, including architecture, photography, and occupational health, to ensure appropriate lighting conditions. For instance, recommended lux levels vary depending on the task and environment, with higher levels required for detailed work and lower levels for general areas. Monitoring and adjusting lux levels contribute to visual comfort, safety, and energy efficiency.

Lambert (L): Unit of Luminance for Diffuse Surfaces

The lambert is a non-SI unit of luminance used to measure the brightness of perfectly diffusing surfaces. One lambert equals 3,183.0988618 candelas per square meter. This unit is primarily utilized in photometry and radiometry to describe the luminance of surfaces that scatter light uniformly in all directions.

Understanding the lambert is important for professionals in fields such as lighting design, astronomy, and material science, where accurate measurements of diffuse reflectance are necessary. While not commonly used in everyday applications, the lambert provides valuable insights into the behavior of light on matte surfaces.

Complete list of conversion for Lux
Lux (lx)

1 Lux = 1 Candela

Convert 2 lx → cd

1 Lux = 1 Candlepower

Convert 2 lx → cp

1 Lux = 1 Lumen

Convert 2 lx → lm

1 Lux = 0.09290312990644656 Footcandle

Convert 2 lx → fc

1 Lux = 0.0001 Phot

Convert 2 lx → ph

1 Lux = 1 Candela per square meter

Convert 2 lx → cd/m²

1 Lux = 1 Nit

Convert 2 lx → nt

1 Lux = 0.0001 Stilb

Convert 2 lx → sb

1 Lux = 0.0003141592653587727 Lambert

Convert 2 lx → L

1 Lux = 0.2918635079290997 Footlambert

Convert 2 lx → fL

1 Lux = 1 Lumen second

Convert 2 lx → lm·s

1 Lux = 1 Lux second

Convert 2 lx → lx·s

1 Lux = 1 Rayleigh

Convert 2 lx → R