Convert Lumen per Square Foot to Megalux
Type the number of lumens per square foot that you wish to convert to megalux.
How to Convert Lumens per Square Foot to Megalux
The lumen per square foot and megalux are both units of illuminance. 1 megalux equals 92903.039997 lumens per square foot. This means to convert lumens per square foot to megalux, you divide by 92903.039997.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 lm/ft² to megalux:
We need to convert lumens per square foot to megalux
Since 1 Mlx = 92903.039997 lm/ft², divide by 92903.039997
5 ÷ 92903.039997 = 5.3819552085e-5
5 lm/ft² = 5.3819552085e-5 Mlx
Lumen per Square Foot to Megalux Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common lumen per square foot to megalux conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Lumens per Square Foot (lm/ft²) | Megalux (Mlx) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 lm/ft² | 1.0763910417e-6 Mlx |
| 0.5 lm/ft² | 5.3819552085e-6 Mlx |
| 1 lm/ft² | 1.0763910417e-5 Mlx |
| 2 lm/ft² | 2.1527820834e-5 Mlx |
| 5 lm/ft² | 5.3819552085e-5 Mlx |
| 10 lm/ft² | 0.0001076391 Mlx |
| 25 lm/ft² | 0.0002690978 Mlx |
| 50 lm/ft² | 0.0005381955 Mlx |
| 100 lm/ft² | 0.001076391 Mlx |
About These Units
Lumen per Square Foot (lm/ft²)
Lumens per square foot (lm/ft²) is identical to foot-candles. The defining relationship: one foot-candle = one lumen per square foot. Used in US lighting calculations: lumens needed = foot-candles × square feet. Standard in American architectural lighting design.
Megalux (Mlx)
A megalux (Mlx) equals 1,000,000 lux. Represents extremely intense illumination beyond natural conditions. Theoretical calculations, laser illumination research, and extreme lighting scenarios. Direct sunlight maximum is about 0.12 Mlx.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert lumens per square foot to megalux?
To convert lumens per square foot to megalux, divide the value by 92903.039997. For example, 10 lm/ft² = 0.0001076391 Mlx.
How many megalux are in 1 lumen per square foot?
1 lumen per square foot equals 1.0763910417e-5 megalux.
What is the formula for lumens per square foot to megalux?
The formula is: Mlx = lm/ft² ÷ 92903.039997.