Convert Lumen per Square Inch to Megalux
Convert lumens per square inch to megalux by entering a value below.
How to Convert Lumens per Square Inch to Megalux
The lumen per square inch and megalux are both units of illuminance. 1 megalux equals 645.16 lumens per square inch. This means to convert lumens per square inch to megalux, you divide by 645.16.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 lm/in² to megalux:
We need to convert lumens per square inch to megalux
Since 1 Mlx = 645.16 lm/in², divide by 645.16
5 ÷ 645.16 = 0.0077500155
5 lm/in² = 0.0077500155 Mlx
Lumen per Square Inch to Megalux Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common lumen per square inch to megalux conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Lumens per Square Inch (lm/in²) | Megalux (Mlx) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 lm/in² | 0.0001550003 Mlx |
| 0.5 lm/in² | 0.0007750016 Mlx |
| 1 lm/in² | 0.0015500031 Mlx |
| 2 lm/in² | 0.0031000062 Mlx |
| 5 lm/in² | 0.0077500155 Mlx |
| 10 lm/in² | 0.015500031 Mlx |
| 25 lm/in² | 0.0387500775 Mlx |
| 50 lm/in² | 0.077500155 Mlx |
| 100 lm/in² | 0.15500031 Mlx |
About These Units
Lumen per Square Inch (lm/in²)
Lumens per square inch (lm/in²) equals 1,550 lux or 144 foot-candles. Used for high-intensity illumination of small areas: display lighting, inspection systems, and microscopy. One lm/in² = 144 lm/ft². Rarely used; lux or foot-candles preferred.
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 inch to megalux?
To convert lumens per square inch to megalux, divide the value by 645.16. For example, 10 lm/in² = 0.015500031 Mlx.
How many megalux are in 1 lumen per square inch?
1 lumen per square inch equals 0.0015500031 megalux.
What is the formula for lumens per square inch to megalux?
The formula is: Mlx = lm/in² ÷ 645.16.