Convert Lumen per Square Centimeter to Kilolux
Input the number of lumens per square centimeter you want to convert to kilolux.
How to Convert Lumens per Square Centimeter to Kilolux
The lumen per square centimeter and kilolux are both units of illuminance. By definition, 1 lumen per square centimeter equals exactly 10 kilolux. This means to convert lumens per square centimeter to kilolux, you multiply by 10.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 lm/cm² to kilolux:
We need to convert lumens per square centimeter to kilolux
Since 1 lm/cm² = 10 klx, multiply by 10
5 × 10 = 50
5 lm/cm² = 50 klx
Lumen per Square Centimeter to Kilolux Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common lumen per square centimeter to kilolux conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Lumens per Square Centimeter (lm/cm²) | Kilolux (klx) |
|---|---|
| 1 lm/cm² | 10 klx |
| 2 lm/cm² | 20 klx |
| 5 lm/cm² | 50 klx |
| 10 lm/cm² | 100 klx |
| 15 lm/cm² | 150 klx |
| 20 lm/cm² | 200 klx |
| 25 lm/cm² | 250 klx |
| 50 lm/cm² | 500 klx |
| 100 lm/cm² | 1000 klx |
About These Units
Lumen per Square Centimeter (lm/cm²)
Lumens per square centimeter (lm/cm²) equals 10,000 lux or 1 phot. Used in scientific contexts for high-intensity illumination. One lm/cm² represents intense light levels found in specialized applications like projection systems and concentrated solar power.
Kilolux (klx)
A kilolux (klx) equals 1,000 lux. Measures bright conditions: overcast day 1-2 klx, indirect sunlight 10-25 klx, direct sunlight 32-100 klx. Used in greenhouse lighting, photography exposure, and solar energy calculations. One kilolux = 1,000 lux.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert lumens per square centimeter to kilolux?
To convert lumens per square centimeter to kilolux, multiply the value by 10. For example, 10 lm/cm² = 100 klx.
How many kilolux are in 1 lumen per square centimeter?
1 lumen per square centimeter equals 10 kilolux.
What is the formula for lumens per square centimeter to kilolux?
The formula is: klx = lm/cm² × 10.